Publisher's Synopsis
""The Story of Old Matt of the Shepherd of the Hills"" is a novel written by Bruce R. Trimble. The book tells the story of a man named Matt who lives in the Ozark Mountains in Missouri. Matt is a shepherd who has lived in the mountains all his life and has never left his home. He is a wise and respected member of the community, known for his knowledge of the land and his ability to heal the sick with his herbal remedies.The story begins when a young man named Grant Matthews comes to the mountains to visit his uncle. Grant is a city boy who has never been to the country before and is fascinated by the rugged beauty of the Ozarks. He meets Matt and is immediately drawn to his wisdom and his way of life. Matt takes Grant under his wing and teaches him about the land, the animals, and the people who live in the mountains.As Grant spends more time with Matt, he begins to learn about the secrets of the mountains. He discovers that there is a feud between two families, the Matthews and the Rosses, that has been going on for generations. He also learns about a hidden treasure that is said to be buried somewhere in the mountains.As the story unfolds, Grant becomes more and more involved in the lives of the people of the mountains. He falls in love with a young woman named Sammy Lane, who is the daughter of one of the feuding families. He also becomes embroiled in the feud between the Matthews and the Rosses, and is forced to take sides when violence breaks out.""The Story of Old Matt of the Shepherd of the Hills"" is a classic tale of love, loyalty, and the struggle for survival in a rugged and beautiful landscape. It is a story that will captivate readers of all ages and leave them with a deep appreciation for the power and majesty of nature.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.
