Cross Creek

This is an ex-library copy with typical markings, including stamps and a catalog number. The decorative cover is intact but shows signs of wear, particularly at the edges. There is no dust jacket. The binding remains firm, and the pages are clean, though they carry the expected library usage marks.

"Cross Creek" by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, published in 1942 by Charles Scribner's Sons in New York, is a notable work that captures the author's experiences in rural Florida. This edition features decorations by Edward Shenton, enhancing its narrative with visual charm. Rawlings, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, is renowned for her vivid portrayal of Southern life. This book, part memoir and part biography, offers insights into her life at Cross Creek. The copy is an ex-library edition, lacking a dust jacket, but retains its original decorative cover. Its condition reflects its library use, with stamps and markings evident. This edition serves as a historical artifact from the early 1940s, appealing to collectors and those interested in Southern literature.