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"A Romance of Billy Goat Hill " from Alice Hegan Rice. American novelist (1870-1942).

""A Romance of Billy Goat Hill"" is a novel written by Alice Hegan Rice that tells the story of a young woman named Rose who lives in the slums of Louisville, Kentucky. Rose is a hardworking and caring person who is loved by the people in her community, but she dreams of a better... Read Full Overview

Alice Caldwell Rice was a popular 20th century author best known for historical fiction, particularly her classic Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch.

""A Romance of Billy Goat Hill"" is a novel written by Alice Hegan Rice, first published in 1902. The story is set in the working-class neighborhood of Billy Goat Hill in Louisville, Kentucky, and follows the lives of its inhabitants. The main character is a young woman named... Read Full Overview

The quaint types of fresh humor first seen in 'Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch, ' which made it one of the best sellers ever published, appear again in this new novel, as the background of a delightful love story. An irresistible combination of Southern comedy and high romance."Mrs... Read Full Overview

Set in rural Kentucky, this charming novel follows the misadventures of a group of children as they navigate the joys and challenges of friendship, first love, and growing up. With its vivid characters and evocative setting, A Romance of Billy-Goat Hill is a delightful read... Read Full Overview

Alice Hegan Rice was born on January 11, 1870, in Shelbyville, Kentucky to Samuel Watson Hegan and Sallie P. Hegan. Her father was an art dealer so she was born with a knack for creativity. As a child, she would entertain her family members with creative stories that she came... Read Full Overview

A Romance of Billy-Goat Hill, a classical and rare book that has been considered essential throughout human history, so that this work is never forgotten, we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future... Read Full Overview

Set in rural Kentucky, this charming novel follows the misadventures of a group of children as they navigate the joys and challenges of friendship, first love, and growing up. With its vivid characters and evocative setting, A Romance of Billy-Goat Hill is a delightful read... Read Full Overview