James Lane Allen's 'Aftermath,' seamlessly following his seminal work 'A Kentucky Cardinal,' serves as both a continuation and a deepening exploration of its bucolic Kentucky setting and the nature-infused themes that characterized his earlier novel. With a style that marries romanticism to the pastoral and naturalism to a sense of place, Allen's prose is a testament to the literary tradition of the American South. The work is celebrated for its lyrical quality and evocative power, painting the aftermath of the cardinal's narrative with delicate strokes of human experience and a reverent attention to the seasons' ebb and flow in the Bluegrass State. Situated firmly within the canon of Southern literary context, this edition from DigiCat Publishing breathes new life into Allen's legacy, ensuring the preservation and accessibility of this classic work in both print and digital formats.nJames Lane Allen, an American novelist and short story writer, was a key literary figure of the 19th century. His works often reflect the harmonious relationship between humans and the natural world, harkening back to his upbringing in rural Kentuckya rich source of inspiration for his pastoral themes. The motivation behind 'Aftermath' likely stems from Allen's desire to further explore the intersecting layers of love, loss, and nature's redemptive qualities, themes that resonate throughout his oeuvre. His profound connection to his environment acts as a canvas for his storytelling, imparting the readers with a serene yet contemplative view of life's cycles.nThis nuanced edition is recommended for readers who wish to immerse themselves in the lyrical beauty and philosophical depth of a bygone era. Allen's 'Aftermath,' with its vivid depiction of nature's interplay with human emotions, is a satisfying epilogue to 'A Kentucky Cardinal' that will sit comfortably in the hands of those who are drawn to classic literature and the intricate tapestry of the human experience in relation to the natural world. Scholars and enthusiasts of Southern literary heritage will find in this DigiCat edition a valuable companion for a meditative journey through the rolling landscapes of Kentucky and the human heart.

James Lane Allen (December 21, 1849 February 18, 1925) was an American novelist and short story writer whose work often depicted the culture and dialects of his native Kentucky. His work is characteristic of the late 19th-century local color era, when writers sought to capture the vernacular in their fiction. Allen has been described as 'Kentucky's first important novelist.' Aftermath, just one of his many works, highlights his skill in richly portraying the rural life of his setting and exploring the moral and psychological complexities of his characters. Allen's most famous work, 'The Reign of Law' (1900), for instance, champions the cause of the tobacco farmers against the monopolies oppressing them with equal attention to detail and empathy. His masterpiece, 'A Kentucky Cardinal' (1894), is another renowned title that celebrates nature and the environment of his homeland. His writing style is elegant and leisurely, with a strong inclination towards philosophy and an acute awareness of human nature, making his body of work particularly representative of the Southern American literary tradition at the turn of the century. Allen's contribution to literature was recognized when he was selected to join the National Institute of Arts and Letters in 1908. Today, his works remain a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Kentucky and its influence on American literature.