Gatlinburg and the Great Smokies by Ernie Pyle
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"Gatlinburg and the Great Smokies" by Ernie Pyle is a collection of travel essays written in the early 1940s, reflecting the author's observations during his visit to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and the surrounding Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Pyle, known for his heartfelt and insightful journalism, captures the charm of the mountain town and its unique inhabitants, painting a vivid portrait of life in this picturesque setting while celebrating the beauty of nature.
In the narrative, Pyle recounts his experiences exploring Gatlinburg and hiking to Mt. LeConte, where he meets local figures like Jack Huff and Uncle Steve Whaley, who embody the spirit of the mountain community. His writing highlights the historical context of the region, detailing the transformation of Gatlinburg from a small hamlet into a burgeoning tourist destination. Through a blend of humor and admiration, Pyle captures the ruggedness and resilience of the mountain people, their culture, and stories, while also discussing the challenges posed by increasing tourism and conservation efforts in the national park. Overall, the book serves as a tribute to the region’s natural beauty and its vibrant, historic community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Pyle, Ernie, 1900-1945 |
|---|---|
| Title | Gatlinburg and the Great Smokies |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F206: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States |
| Subject | Gatlinburg (Tenn.) |
| Subject | Great Smoky Mountains (N.C. and Tenn.) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60246 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-60246-2 |
| Release Date | Sep 6, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 365 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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