Gene Stratton-Porter

Gene Stratton-Porter was an American author, naturalist, and early conservationist, best known for her vivid depictions of nature and her heartfelt storytelling. Born on August 17, 1863, in rural Indiana, she developed a profound appreciation for the natural world from an early age. Stratton-Porter became a prominent figure in the early 20th century literary scene, crafting novels that often reflected her experiences in the Indiana countryside. Her most famous works, such as "A Girl of the Limberlost," not only captivated readers with their engaging narratives but also emphasized the importance of preserving the environment, making her an early advocate for conservation efforts.

With a unique ability to weave rich descriptions of flora and fauna into her narratives, Stratton-Porter invites readers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the world around them. Her stories often explore themes of love, resilience, and the human connection to nature. As you delve into her books available in this app, you'll discover a warm and inviting voice that resonates with readers of all ages. Take a moment to explore her captivating tales and find inspiration in her heartfelt reflections on life and nature.

Freckles

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Freckles is a young man who has been raised since infancy in a Chicago orphanage. His one dream is to find a job, a place to belong and peop…

A Girl of the Limberlost

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A Girl of the Limberlost, a novel written by the American writer and naturalist Gene Stratton-Porter, was first published in August, 1909. T…

The Harvester

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The Harvester is one of Gene Stratton-Porter’s romantic novels which combine a love of nature, high moral ideals and a good plot.This is the…

Laddie

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Based on the author's own life, this book tells the story of "little sister". The youngest of eleven, she is unwanted in the begin…

Michael O'Halloran

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The story of a plucky, optimistic newsboy, Michael O’Halloran, who has been orphaned from a young age and asks nothing of the world but to “…

A Daughter of the Land

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Independent Kate Bates resents the fact that, as the youngest of a large family, she is expected to stay at home and help her parents while …

At the Foot of the Rainbow

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This story is about three people, two men and a woman. Jimmy, selfish and deceitful, who has shamelessly lied to, cheated, and used his dear…

The Song of the Cardinal

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The Song of the Cardinal is about a big male Cardinal who lives in a tree near a farmer and his wife. The Cardinal immediately starts to sin…

A Girl of the Limberlost (version 2)

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Set in the Limberlost swamp of Indiana, A Girl of the Limberlost follows Elnora Comstock through struggles and triumphs as she seeks educati…

The Keeper of the Bees

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Threatened with isolation in a sanitorium for tuberculosis, a young soldier escapes and finds himself healing in a paradisal bee-garden by t…

Moths of the Limberlost

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Gene Stratton-Porter



Gene Stratton-Porter (August 17, 1863 - December 6, 1924) was an American author, amateur naturalist, wildlife photographer, specializing in…

A Daughter of the Land (version 2)

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A Daughter of the Land follows Kate Bates, one of sixteen children, as she takes the wings of morning to try for independence and the life s…

Freckles (Version 2)

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Freckles is a young man who has been raised since infancy in a Chicago orphanage. His one dream is to find a job, a place to belong and peop…

The Harvester (Version 2)

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David Langston (a.k.a. the Harvester) is 26 years old and lives a simple life in the Midwest with his dog, cultivating and harvesting trees,…