02153cam a22003133u 4500 45652 UtSlPG 20260610134040.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Moore, John Trotwood, 1858-1929 Jack Ballington, Forester Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-05-23 Produced by Al Haines "Jack Ballington, Forester" by John Trotwood Moore is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around Jack Ballington, a forester and agricultural enthusiast, as he navigates his family dynamics, the relationships within his community, and his love for nature and trees. The story is set against the backdrop of the American South, particularly in the beautiful bluegrass region of Tennessee. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Jack Ballington and his deep connection with nature, as well as provides insight into the lively and complex family dynamics at The Home Stretch farm. Jack's fondness for his younger cousin, affectionately known as Little Sister, is highlighted, along with the strong personalities of their relatives, particularly the old General and Aunt Lucretia. The narrative is marked by reflections on life, growth, and the expectations placed upon Jack, who has aspirations to create a positive change in the world through his knowledge of forestry and agriculture. From the start, the text sets up a rich familial tapestry filled with humor and warmth while hinting at the tensions that arise from diverging ambitions and traditional expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Foresters -- Fiction Gibbs, George, 1870-1942 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45652 86491 86491