Land of Canaan: Plain Tales from the Mountains of West Virginia

""Land of Canaan: Plain Tales from the Mountains of West Virginia"" is a collection of short stories written by John W. Preble. The book is set in the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia and explores the lives of the people who call this region home. The stories cover a range of topics, including family, love, loss, and the struggles of everyday life in a rural community. Each story is told in a simple, straightforward style that captures the essence of the people and the landscape of the region. The characters are vividly drawn, and their experiences are both poignant and humorous. Through these tales, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the culture and history of this fascinating part of the country. ""Land of Canaan"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich storytelling traditions of Appalachia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.