Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings was an American author known for her works of fiction set in rural Florida. She is best known for her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel 'The Yearling,' which was published in 1938.
Books
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1. The Yearling
"The Yearling" is a coming-of-age story set in the late 19th century, in the scrubland of Florida. It follows a young boy who adopts an orphaned baby deer and nurtures it into adulthood. As the deer grows, it begins to cause problems for the boy's family, who are struggling to survive as subsistence farmers. The boy is eventually forced to choose between his love for the deer and his responsibility to his family, leading to a heartbreaking decision that marks his transition into adulthood.
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2. Cross Creek
"Cross Creek" is a memoir that captures the author's experiences living in a remote rural community in Florida during the 1930s. The narrative beautifully intertwines the natural landscape and the colorful lives of the local residents, offering a vivid portrayal of the challenges and joys of rural life. The author's deep connection to the land and her neighbors is explored through rich, descriptive prose, revealing her profound appreciation for the beauty and harshness of the environment, as well as the simplicity and complexity of human relationships in a close-knit community.
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