Richard Malcolm Johnston
''Old Mark Langston: A Tale of Duke’s Creek'' is a novel written by Richard Malcolm Johnston. The story is set in the rural American South during the late 19th century and revolves around the life of Mark Langston, an elderly farmer who has lived in the area for most of his life. The novel explores themes of family, community, and the passing of time. Mark Langston is a respected member of the community, known for his wisdom and integrity. However, he is also a man haunted by the past. As he reflects on his life, he is forced to confront the mistakes he has made and the people he has lost. The story is told through a series of flashbacks, as Langston reminisces about his youth and the events that shaped him into the man he is today. We learn about his family, his friendships, and his romantic relationships, as well as the challenges he faced as a farmer in a changing world. Throughout the novel, Langston must come to terms with his own mortality and the legacy he will leave behind. He grapples with the question of what it means to live a good life and how to be remembered after he is gone. ''Old Mark Langston: A Tale of Duke’s Creek'' is a poignant and reflective novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the passage of time. It is a timeless story that speaks to the universal human experience of growing old and looking back on a life well-lived.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
