The McVeys: An Episode (1888)

by Joseph Kirkland

Book Overview

The McVeys: An Episode is a novel written by Joseph Kirkland and published in 1888. The book tells the story of the McVey family, who are struggling to make ends meet in rural America. The family consists of the father, mother, and their three children. The father is a hardworking farmer who is constantly trying to find ways to improve their situation. The mother is a loving and supportive wife who does her best to keep the family together. The children are all different, with their own personalities and struggles.The novel takes place over the course of a year, and follows the McVeys as they deal with various challenges and hardships. They face financial difficulties, illness, and other setbacks, but they also experience moments of joy and happiness. Throughout it all, they rely on each other for support and strength.The McVeys: An Episode is a realistic portrayal of life in rural America during the late 19th century. It explores themes such as family, hard work, and perseverance, and offers a glimpse into a bygone era. The book is well-written and engaging, and will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and family sagas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104265478
• ISBN13: 9781104265472
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"