""Mr. Absalom Billingslea and Other Georgia Folk"" is a book written by Richard M. Johnston. The book is a collection of short stories that revolve around the lives of various characters in Georgia. The stories are set in the late 19th century and early 20th century and depict the struggles and triumphs of the people of Georgia during that time. The book is divided into two sections, with the first section focusing on Mr. Absalom Billingslea, a wealthy landowner who is known for his eccentricities. The second section of the book features a variety of other characters, including a young boy who dreams of becoming a writer, a widow who is struggling to make ends meet, and a group of African American men who are fighting for their rights. The stories in the book are beautifully written and provide a glimpse into the lives of people in Georgia during a time of great change and upheaval. Overall, ""Mr. Absalom Billingslea and Other Georgia Folk"" is a compelling and insightful collection of stories that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and Southern literature.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.
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