LeGette Blythe (1900–1993)

An old-fashioned tale of brave men and strong women, faithful servants, and decadent foes. The real hero of the story is the county, which characters praise and condemn as "the fountainhead of independence." The author also gives lovingly detailed descriptions of how the land of Piedmont North Carolina looks in different seasons. There are scenes of battle and rueful reflections on lives cut short. The description of the approval of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence will bring show more tears to the eyes of anyone with a grain of sympathy for this document. show less

This is the story of Gaine Cannon, a country doctor practicing in the Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. The story follows his later years and shows his dedication to his professions and the mountain people he loves.

This memoir of the Penland School of Crafts charts growth from the early 1900s to global recognition and a high-profile job recreating period baize for Independence Hall. Along the way, there are asides like the mysterious Brown Mountain lights to growing from loom weaving to other crafts. There is a lot about coverlets and when there is a tour overseas: "...we noticed. The traditional old coverlet patterns used in the colonial days of our own country are in many instances the same patterns show more as those that have been" in use on the Old World linens.

Also, what is a "blind gate"? Some things here could benefit from illustrations.

What is really important is the success beyond production and revenue to a form of occupational therapy for souls seeking a meaningful life and a powerful attraction to earnest disciples beyond the ability to accommodate in available facilities. Over and over daring and hope get back success and generosity from the universe, including an appearance in 1933 with a truck and "tiny house" for the Chicago World's Fair. show less

If you can find this book...I highly recommend it