Publisher's Synopsis
What The Swallows Told Me is a novel written by L. P. Mohun Harris in 1879. The story is set in the southern United States during the Reconstruction era, following the Civil War. The protagonist, a young woman named Kate, has recently lost her father and is struggling to come to terms with her grief. She is also dealing with the aftermath of the war, including the loss of her family's wealth and the challenges of living in a society that is trying to rebuild itself.One day, Kate encounters a group of swallows that have built a nest in her family's barn. As she observes the birds and their behavior, she begins to see parallels between their lives and her own. Through her interactions with the swallows, Kate learns to find hope and meaning in the midst of her struggles.The novel explores themes of loss, grief, resilience, and the power of nature to heal. It also offers a glimpse into the social and political climate of the Reconstruction era, as seen through the eyes of a young woman trying to find her place in the world. Overall, What The Swallows Told Me is a poignant and thought-provoking work of fiction that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
