Description
1909 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This delightful 1909 collection of short stories and poetry by Matt Hoover offers a captivating glimpse into the rugged outdoor life of the early 20th century American West. Titled “Wild Ginger: Gleams from Many Camp-fires,” the book transports readers to the crackling campfires of adventurers, pioneers, and nature enthusiasts. Hoover’s vivid prose evokes the scents of pine forests, the rush of mountain streams, and the camaraderie of fellow wanderers swapping tales beneath the starry skies.
While little is known about Hoover himself, his work reflects the era’s growing appreciation for nature writing and the romanticization of frontier life. This volume would have appealed to armchair explorers and outdoor enthusiasts alike, offering a literary escape into the wilderness at a time when the American frontier was rapidly disappearing. For collectors, this well-preserved 1909 edition without a dust jacket represents an early printing of Hoover’s celebrated work, with its charming period binding and the allure of a book that has weathered over a century of adventures.
