Martin On The Mountain is a novel written by Josephine Franklin in 1865. The story is set in the mountains of Virginia and follows the life of a young boy named Martin. Martin is an orphan who lives with his grandfather, a poor farmer. Despite his difficult circumstances, Martin is a kind and hardworking boy who dreams of a better life.One day, Martin meets a wealthy man named Mr. Grayson who is visiting the mountains for a hunting trip. Mr. Grayson takes a liking to Martin and offers to take him under his wing. Martin is hesitant at first, but eventually agrees to go with Mr. Grayson to live in the city.In the city, Martin is introduced to a life of luxury and privilege. He is given a proper education and is taught how to behave in high society. However, Martin soon realizes that this life is not for him. He misses his grandfather and the simple life he had in the mountains.Martin decides to return to the mountains and live with his grandfather. He uses the skills he learned in the city to improve their farm and make a better life for himself and his grandfather. Along the way, Martin learns valuable lessons about the importance of hard work, perseverance, and staying true to oneself.Overall, Martin On The Mountain is a heartwarming tale of a young boy's journey to find his place in the world. It explores themes of identity, class, and the value of hard work. Josephine Franklin's vivid descriptions of the Virginia mountains and her memorable characters make this a timeless classic that is still enjoyed by 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.
