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Elinor Macartney Lane (1864 - March 15, 1909) was an American novelist who was popular in the first decade of the 1900s. After publishing a number of short stories, she wrote three novels: Mills of God (1901), 2] Nancy Stair (1904), 3] and Katrine (1909)Born in Maryland, she later moved to Washington, where she attended high school and normal school, from which she graduated in 1882. She then taught in the public schools, specializing in mathematics. She married educator Francis Ransom Lane in 1891. She started writing at age 16, when she also started an occasionally published magazine called The Trifler. Her first novel Mills of God was published in 1901 Although it did not reach The Bookman 's Top 10 bestselling books list for the whole year of 1904, Nancy Stair was a best-selling book and received well by critics. It was adapted for the stage in 1905 by Paul M. Potter, who was best known for his hit play Trilby, an adaptation of the very popular 1894 novel. It played on Broadway at the Criterion Theatre for a month in 1905, though it was not a success. Lane's last novel, Katrine, was released almost coincident with her death in March 1909. It was the second-best selling novel in the United States for 190 After returning home from a trip to Europe, Lane died in Lynchburg, Virginia on March 15, 1909, while travelling to Asheville, North Carolina to recuperate from illness. Her home was at that time in Port Deposit, Maryland, where her husband was director of the Tome School.According to a report in the Book News Monthly after her death, she had been ill for some years and her death was not wholly unexpected. She reportedly had to write in an "absolutely dark room, with her head tightly bandaged, her writing managed only by a careful guiding of her pencil over the pape

Elinor Macartney Lane (1864 - March 15, 1909) was an American novelist who was popular in the first decade of the 1900s. After publishing a number of short stories, she wrote three novels: Mills of God (1901), 2] Nancy Stair (1904), 3] and Katrine (1909)Born in Maryland, she later moved to Washington, where she attended high school and normal school, from which she graduated in 1882. She then taught in the public schools, specializing in mathematics. She married educator Francis Ransom Lane in 1891. She started writing at age 16, when she also started an occasionally published magazine called The Trifler. Her first novel Mills of God was published in 1901 Although it did not reach The Bookman 's Top 10 bestselling books list for the whole year of 1904, Nancy Stair was a best-selling book and received well by critics. It was adapted for the stage in 1905 by Paul M. Potter, who was best known for his hit play Trilby, an adaptation of the very popular 1894 novel. It played on Broadway at the Criterion Theatre for a month in 1905, though it was not a success. Lane's last novel, Katrine, was released almost coincident with her death in March 1909. It was the second-best selling novel in the United States for 190 After returning home from a trip to Europe, Lane died in Lynchburg, Virginia on March 15, 1909, while travelling to Asheville, North Carolina to recuperate from illness. Her home was at that time in Port Deposit, Maryland, where her husband was director of the Tome School.According to a report in the Book News Monthly after her death, she had been ill for some years and her death was not wholly unexpected. She reportedly had to write in an "absolutely dark room, with her head tightly bandaged, her writing managed only by a careful guiding of her pencil over the pape

Step back in time to rural North Carolina in the early 20th century with Enilor Macartney Lane's "Katrine," a classic work of Southern fiction. This meticulously prepared edition brings to life a bygone era, immersing readers in the heart of a small town and its unique way of life. Explore the enduring themes of community, tradition, and the human spirit as Lane paints a vivid portrait of North Carolina. "Katrine" offers a glimpse into the past, capturing the essence of a time when life moved at a slower pace and the bonds of community were paramount. This historical fiction title is suitable for anyone interested in experiencing authentic depictions of small-town life in the American South. Experience the charm and beauty of a world on the cusp of change with this timeless tale.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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