A Pagan of the Hills

A Pagan of the Hills is a novel by Charles Neville Buck, written in the early 20th century. Set in the rugged Kentucky mountains, it follows Alexander McGivins, a determined woman, and her injured father, Aaron, as they confront the challenges of rural life and nature's fury. The narrative delves into themes of identity, gender roles, and the conflict between civilization and wilderness, highlighting Alexander's struggle to secure her family's future amidst personal and environmental turmoil.