Jack-Knife Man
Published in the early 20th century, 'Jack-Knife Man' by Ellis Parker Butler is a lighthearted story about Peter Lane, an old man living on a houseboat on the Mississippi River. His quiet life is disrupted when a sickly woman arrives with her son, Buddy, leading Peter to form a bond with the orphan and resolve to protect him from others who wish to claim him. The narrative explores themes of friendship and paternal love amidst a backdrop of river life.
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