Little Bush is a novel by Elizabeth Madox Roberts, published in 1921. It tells the story of a young girl, Mary, who lives in a small Kentucky town in the early 1900s. Mary is a bright and imaginative child, but her family is poor and her father is an alcoholic. Despite her difficult circumstances, Mary finds joy in the beauty of nature and in the stories she hears from her grandmother. When Mary's father dies, her family is left in a precarious financial situation. Mary's mother takes in boarders to make ends meet, and Mary is forced to take on more responsibility around the house. She also begins to explore the world around her, learning about the people and places of her small town. As Mary grows older, she begins to understand the complexities of life and the struggles of her family. She also discovers the power of her own voice and the importance of standing up for what she believes in. Little Bush is a coming-of-age story that explores the themes of poverty, family, and identity.
By Elizabeth Madox Roberts · First published 1922 · Genre: Southern Gothic, Fiction, Historical Fiction