Books Tell You Why, Inc.

As per BAL 5096, published with Orange Judd, variant 7A, issued not before 1875. Good+ condition. From the collection of Betty Anderson, legendary art director of publisher Knopf in the late 20th century as evidenced by her (small and unobtrusive) inventory number on front paste down.

Edward Eggleston's The Hoosier School-Master is a coming-of-age story set in the fictional town of Middlebury, Indiana, in the 1870s. The book tells the story of Tomsey, a farm boy who is sent to live with his uncle in the town after his father is killed in a farming accident. Tomsey is initially homesick and bored, but he quickly finds a community and friends among the adults in town. He also becomes interested in the schoolhouse, which is run by the schoolmaster, Mr. Edwards. Mr. Edwards is a stern but caring teacher, and he helps Tomsey to find his place in the world. The Hoosier School-Master is a beautiful and powerful book, written with humor and emotion. It is a story about the power of education and the importance of community.; 8vo; 226, [2] pages.

Price: $50.00