The Wild Country Louis Bromfield First Edition 1948 St. Louis Historical Fiction

The Wild Country is a powerful novel by Louis Bromfield, first published in 1948 by Harper & Brothers. This first edition work vividly portrays the lives of a dozen men and women, centered around Ronnie, a sensitive boy coming of age during a transformative summer on his grandfather's farm in the countryside. Bromfield's keen observation and evocative prose bring to life the rugged beauty and complex human emotions entwined in rural America.

This collectible edition features the original dust jacket with illustrated portraits by Rex Poll, adding charm and historic value to the volume. Harper & Brothers, established in 1817, was a prestigious publisher noted for quality literary works. The book includes a promotional insert for Pen-Hole, highlighting Bromfield's literary stature. This edition is a must-have for collectors of mid-century American literature and fans of Bromfield's rich storytelling about nature and human relationships.