The Reign of Law James Lane Allen Kentucky Hemp Fields Red Hardcover 1900 1st Ed

Antique hardcover edition of James Lane Allen's The Reign of Law: A Tale of the Kentucky Hemp Fields, published by The Macmillan Company. This turn-of-the-century volume features a striking red cloth cover with an intricate Art Nouveau-style illustration of hemp plants in black and white, accented with gilt lettering on the front and spine. A notable piece of regional literature, it explores themes of faith, science, and nature within the historical context of Kentucky's agricultural landscape. The decorative binding makes it a beautiful addition to any collection of vintage Americana or classic literature.  Illustrated. 23-25 have become unattached. The binding is still good other than a slight detachment in front and 23-25 Heavy discoloration. The book is pretty. Great for staging too.  Keywords: Antique Book, Kentucky History, James Lane Allen, Art Nouveau, Hemp Fields, 1900s Literature, Red Hardcover, Decorative Binding, Americana, Collector Book, Vintage Fiction, Macmillan Company, Southern Gothic, Regional Literature, Gilt Spine  I ship within one business day and take great care when packing your item. I do use recycled boxes to keep them out of the landfill. All items come from a pet-free, smoke-free home.