The Reign of Law; a tale of the Kentucky hemp fields By: James Lane Allen (1849-1925)
The Reign of Law; a Tale of the Kentucky Hemp Fields by James Lane Allen is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that delves into the clash between tradition and progress, as well as the relationships between humans and their environment. Set in the picturesque Kentucky hemp fields during the late 1800s, the story introduces readers to Howard Ruffner, a young farmer who becomes embroiled in a conflict between his love for the land and his desire for innovation. The novel beautifully explores the themes of love, duty, and the pursuit of personal and societal progress, while also shedding light on the environmental and economic challenges faced by the rural farming community. One of the most impressive aspects of this book is the author's ability to vividly depict the enchanting beauty of the Kentucky landscape. James Lane Allen's prose is rich and evocative, painting a breathtaking picture of the hemp fields, the lush vegetation, and the idyllic countryside. The author's love for his native Kentucky shines through in every descriptive passage, allowing readers to feel deeply connected to the setting and its significance to the characters. The characters in The Reign of Law are complex and multi-dimensional, each with their own desires, fears, and motivations. Howard Ruffner, in particular, is a character that readers can easily sympathize with, as he grapples with his personal ambitions and the weight of familial expectations. Allen skillfully presents Howard's internal struggle, highlighting the tension between societal obligations and personal fulfillment. Another notable aspect of this book is Allen's exploration of the relationship between humans and nature. Through the lens of the hemp fields, the author delves into the intricate harmony between humanity and the environment, underlining the profound impact that human actions can have on the delicate balance of nature. The book serves as a profound reminder of the importance of responsible stewardship and the consequences of our choices. However, the pace of the narrative can sometimes be slow, particularly in the detailed descriptions of the Kentucky landscape and the intricacies of hemp farming. While these passages add texture and depth to the story, they may occasionally feel overwhelming or extended for certain readers who prefer a faster plot progression. Regardless of this minor drawback, The Reign of Law; a Tale of the Kentucky Hemp Fields remains a thought-provoking and beautifully written novel that offers readers a glimpse into a bygone era. It seamlessly weaves together themes of love, duty, progress, and man's relationship with his environment. This book is a testament to James Lane Allen's skill as a writer, and it is a valuable addition to any literature enthusiast's collection. First Page: THE REIGN OF LAW A TALE OF THE KENTUCKY HEMP FIELDS BY JAMES LANE ALLEN DEDICATION TO THE MEMORY OF A FATHER AND MOTHER WHOSE SELF SACRIFICE, HIGH SYMPATHY, AND DEVOTION THE WRITING OF THIS STORY HAS CAUSED TO LIVE AFRESH IN THE EVER GROWING, NEVER AGING, GRATITUDE OF THEIR SON JTABLE 5 23 1 THE REIGN OF LAW HEMP The Anglo Saxon farmers had scarce conquered foothold, stronghold, freehold in the Western wilderness before they became sowers of hemp with remembrance of Virginia, with remembrance of dear ancestral Britain. Away back in the days when they lived with wife, child, flock in frontier wooden fortresses and hardly ventured forth for water, salt, game, tillage in the very summer of that wild daylight ride of Tomlinson and Bell, by comparison with which, my children, the midnight ride of Paul Revere, was as tame as the pitching of a rocking horse in a boy's nursery on that history making twelfth of August, of the year 1782, when these two backwoods riflemen, during that same Revolution the Kentuckians then fighting a branch of that same British army, rushed out of Bryan's Station for the rousing of the settlements and the saving of the West hemp was growing tall and thick near the walls of the fort. Hemp in Kentucky in 1782 early landmark in the history of the soil, of the people... Continue reading book >>

The Reign of Law; a tale of the Kentucky hemp fields By: James Lane Allen (1849-1925)

The Reign of Law; a Tale of the Kentucky Hemp Fields by James Lane Allen is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that delves into the clash between tradition and progress, as well as the relationships between humans and their environment.

Set in the picturesque Kentucky hemp fields during the late 1800s, the story introduces readers to Howard Ruffner, a young farmer who becomes embroiled in a conflict between his love for the land and his desire for innovation. The novel beautifully explores the themes of love, duty, and the pursuit of personal and societal progress, while also shedding light on the environmental and economic challenges faced by the rural farming community.

One of the most impressive aspects of this book is the author's ability to vividly depict the enchanting beauty of the Kentucky landscape. James Lane Allen's prose is rich and evocative, painting a breathtaking picture of the hemp fields, the lush vegetation, and the idyllic countryside. The author's love for his native Kentucky shines through in every descriptive passage, allowing readers to feel deeply connected to the setting and its significance to the characters.

The characters in The Reign of Law are complex and multi-dimensional, each with their own desires, fears, and motivations. Howard Ruffner, in particular, is a character that readers can easily sympathize with, as he grapples with his personal ambitions and the weight of familial expectations. Allen skillfully presents Howard's internal struggle, highlighting the tension between societal obligations and personal fulfillment.

Another notable aspect of this book is Allen's exploration of the relationship between humans and nature. Through the lens of the hemp fields, the author delves into the intricate harmony between humanity and the environment, underlining the profound impact that human actions can have on the delicate balance of nature. The book serves as a profound reminder of the importance of responsible stewardship and the consequences of our choices.

However, the pace of the narrative can sometimes be slow, particularly in the detailed descriptions of the Kentucky landscape and the intricacies of hemp farming. While these passages add texture and depth to the story, they may occasionally feel overwhelming or extended for certain readers who prefer a faster plot progression.

Regardless of this minor drawback, The Reign of Law; a Tale of the Kentucky Hemp Fields remains a thought-provoking and beautifully written novel that offers readers a glimpse into a bygone era. It seamlessly weaves together themes of love, duty, progress, and man's relationship with his environment. This book is a testament to James Lane Allen's skill as a writer, and it is a valuable addition to any literature enthusiast's collection.

First Page:

THE REIGN OF LAW

A TALE OF THE KENTUCKY HEMP FIELDS

JAMES LANE ALLEN

DEDICATION

TO THE MEMORY OF A FATHER AND MOTHER WHOSE SELF SACRIFICE, HIGH SYMPATHY, AND DEVOTION THE WRITING OF THIS STORY HAS CAUSED TO LIVE AFRESH IN THE EVER GROWING, NEVER AGING, GRATITUDE OF THEIR SON

JTABLE 5 23 1

THE REIGN OF LAW

HEMP

The Anglo Saxon farmers had scarce conquered foothold, stronghold, freehold in the Western wilderness before they became sowers of hemp with remembrance of Virginia, with remembrance of dear ancestral Britain. Away back in the days when they lived with wife, child, flock in frontier wooden fortresses and hardly ventured forth for water, salt, game, tillage in the very summer of that wild daylight ride of Tomlinson and Bell, by comparison with which, my children, the midnight ride of Paul Revere, was as tame as the pitching of a rocking horse in a boy's nursery on that history making twelfth of August, of the year 1782, when these two backwoods riflemen, during that same Revolution the Kentuckians then fighting a branch of that same British army, rushed out of Bryan's Station for the rousing of the settlements and the saving of the West hemp was growing tall and thick near the walls of the fort.

Hemp in Kentucky in 1782 early landmark in the history of the soil, of the people... Continue reading book >>

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