A Girl of the Limberlost by Gene Stratton-Porter, Antique Book, 1909

A GIRL OF THE LIMBERLOST by Gene Stratton-Porter, published in 1909.

CONDITION OF BOOK:
The binding is loosening and the inside of the front and back cover is cracking, but the book is still intact. The top of the spine is torn. There is a date inscribed on the inside of the book cover (July 13, 1913) and some numbers written in pencil; otherwise the pages are clean and unmarked. Overall, the book is in decent condition.

Dimensions: 5.25" x 7.75" x 1.25"
Pages: 479
Publishing Date: 1909
Illustrations by Wladyslaw T. Benda
Publisher: Grosset and Dunlap; New York

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Gene Stratton-Porter’s "A Girl of the Limberlost" follows young Elnora Comstock as she grows up on the edge of a wild, beautiful swamp, determined to build a better future even when love and support feel scarce. With patience, grit, and a deep connection to the natural world, Elnora learns to gather moths, study hard, and slowly find her own worth—one small triumph at a time. The story is rich with quiet hope, showing how knowledge, perseverance, and kindness can open doors that once seemed firmly shut. Wrapped in birdsong, moonlit water, and hard-earned joy, it’s a tender reminder that growth often begins in overlooked places, and that believing in yourself can transform both a life and the landscape around it.

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