The Last Christmas Tree: An Idyl of Immortality

James Lane Allen (1849–1925) was a notable American novelist and short story writer whose works are intertwined with the cultural tapestry of Kentucky in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born near Lexington, Kentucky, Allen's affinity with the natural world and his deep understanding of the regional character are evident in his prose. His works often reflect the ethos of the Southern gentee...