Author: Mary Noailles Murfree

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Young Mountaineers: Short Stories’ delves into the lives of individuals living in the Appalachian Mountains, showcasing their struggles, resilience, and enduring connecti …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel ‘The Frontiersmen’ is a compelling exploration of life on the American frontier, delving into the struggles and challenges faced by those living on the edge of civilized …

In ‘Wolf’s Head’ by Mary Noailles Murfree, the reader is transported to the atmospheric world of the Appalachian Mountains, where a dark and brooding story unfolds. Murfree’s literary style is charac …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel, ‘The Raid Of The Guerilla’, is a compelling work of American regionalism that vividly portrays the hardships and struggles of the people living in rural Appalachia duri …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Story of Duciehurst: A Tale of the Mississippi’ is a vivid portrayal of the Southern landscape and culture of the late 19th century. Murfree’s descriptive prose captures …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘His Day in Court’ is a captivating exploration of the complexities of human nature and societal expectations in the rural South. Written in Murfree’s signature regionalist st …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘Way Down In Lonesome Cove’ is a poignant and vivid portrayal of the Appalachian region in the late 19th century. Through rich descriptions and intimate character portrayals, …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Phantoms Of The Foot-Bridge’ is a haunting tale of mystery and the supernatural set in the rugged landscape of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Murfree’s gothic writin …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Riddle Of The Rocks’ is a compelling work of Southern American literature that delves into the complexities of human nature and societal norms. Through vivid descriptions …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Crucial Moment’ is a pivotal work of American literature, capturing the essence of Southern life and culture in the late 19th century. The novel deftly explores themes of …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel ‘His Unquiet Ghost’ is a haunting tale of love, loss, and the supernatural set in the Appalachian mountains. The narrative is imbued with Murfree’s signature lyrical pro …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel, The Lost Guidon, explores the complexities and hardships of frontier life in the American South. Written in a vivid and descriptive style, Murfree captures the essence …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘A Chilhowee Lily’ is a captivating novel set in the rural mountainous regions of Tennessee, exploring themes of identity, social hierarchy, and the clash between modernity an …

In ‘The Christmas Miracle’ by Mary Noailles Murfree, the reader is transported to the tranquil setting of the Tennessee mountains where the story unfolds with vivid descriptions and a compelling narr …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Phantom Of Bogue Holauba’ is a haunting tale set in the Appalachian Mountains, exploring themes of isolation, nature, and the supernatural. Murfree’s writing style is cha …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘Who Crosses Storm Mountain?’ is a captivating novel that explores themes of survival, family dynamics, and the harsh realities of life in the Appalachian Mountains. Written i …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel ‘Una of the Hill Country’ delves into the rugged and captivating landscape of the Appalachian Mountains. Through vivid descriptions and engaging prose, Murfree paints a …

In ‘The Storm Centre’ by Mary Noailles Murfree, the reader is brought into the world of Southern literature with a focus on the impact of the Civil War on the people of the region. Murfree’s literary …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s collection of short stories, ‘The Phantoms of the Foot-Bridge, and Other Stories, ‘ is a prime example of the Southern Gothic genre that emerged in the late 19th century. Thro …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Prophet of the Great Smoky Mountains’ is a captivating novel that delves into the complexities of Appalachian life and culture. Set in the rugged landscape of the Great S …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel, The Story of Old Fort Loudon, skillfully weaves together a historical narrative with elements of romance and tragedy. Set in the rugged terrain of Tennessee during the …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s collection of short stories, ‘The Mystery of Witch-Face Mountain, and Other Stories, ‘ delves into the mysterious and supernatural elements of the Appalachian Mountains. Murfr …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Moonshiners At Hoho-Hebee Falls’ is a captivating novel that delves into the lives of moonshiners in the remote Appalachian Mountains. Set against the backdrop of the rug …

Welcome to the 7 Best Short Stories book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors.This edition is dedicated to Mary Noailles Murfree, an American fiction writer of novels a …

Excerpt: "If the mission of the little school-house in Holly Cove was to impress upon the youthful mind a comprehension and appreciation of the eternal verities of nature, its site could hardly …

Excerpt: "Along the buffalo paths, from one salt-lick to another, a group of pioneers took a vagrant way through the dense cane-brakes. Never a wheel had then entered the deep forests of this we …

Another piece of Mary Murfree’s excellent work (see my review of In the Stranger Peoples’ Country). The Prophet of the Great Smokey Mountains is about law – customary, governmental, and divine – and …

Excerpt: "One might have imagined that there was some enchantment in the spot which drew hither daily the young mountaineer’s steps. No visible lure it showed. No prosaic reasonable errand he se …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The bushwhackers & other stories’ is a collection of short stories that delves into the lives of the people living in the Appalachian Mountains. Murfree’s literary style is m …

In Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel ‘The Crucial Moment, ‘ she delves into the complexities of family relationships and societal expectations in the post-Civil War South. Through her vivid descriptions …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel ‘The Lost Guidon’ is a gripping tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the backdrop of the American Civil War. Through intricate storytelling and vivid imagery, …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Christmas Miracle’ is a poignant and heartwarming tale set in the heart of the American South. Written in a distinctive Southern Gothic style, the book explores themes of …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘The Phantoms Of The Foot-Bridge’ is a fascinating exploration of human nature and the supernatural set in the rural American South. The book weaves a tale of mystery and intr …

In ‘Way Down In Lonesome Cove, ‘ Mary Noailles Murfree employs her trademark Southern Gothic style to explore themes of isolation, fate, and the impact of the landscape on the human psyche. Set in th …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s book ‘Who Crosses Storm Mountain?’ is a poignant tale set in the Appalachian Mountains, known for its rich depiction of the region’s rugged landscapes and the lives of its inh …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel, His ‘Day In Court’, is a compelling exploration of the complexities of social justice and the legal system in the post-Civil War American South. Written in the distinct …

In ‘The Phantom Of Bogue Holauba’, Mary Noailles Murfree explores the themes of isolation, mystery, and the supernatural in the rural landscape of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. The lyrical pros …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s ‘Wolf’s Head’ is a poignant novel that delves into the complexities of human nature, set against the backdrop of the rugged Appalachian mountains. The story follows the strugg …

In ‘The Storm Centre’ by Mary Noailles Murfree, the reader is transported to the post-Civil War South through a series of interconnected short stories that explore the harsh realities of the era. Mur …

Mary Noailles Murfree’s novel ‘The Riddle Of The Rocks’ is a captivating tale set in the rugged landscape of the Appalachian Mountains, delving into the complexities of human nature and family dynami …

Some of the groundbreaking and most beloved horror books in the history of literature were written by women. This collection honors their immense influence on the genre of the macabre, supernatural, …

This collection honors the groundbreaking female authors who have left an indelible mark on the macabre, the supernatural, and spine-tingling horror. From haunting psychological thrillers to bone-chi …

Dive into ‘The Big Book of Ghost Stories: 140 Horror Novels & Short Story Collections, ‘ an expansive anthology that promises a chilling and revelatory journey through the corridors of haunted litera …

Tales of Lost Souls: 400+ Ghost Stories in One Collection is a masterful compendium that delves into the spectral, the supernatural, and the mysterious. This anthology brings together an eclectic mix …