
Big Mabel
John Chaney(Author)
LIFERICH (Publisher)
Published on 11. September 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
162 pages
978-1-4897-5262-8 (ISBN)
Description
BIG MABEL isn't just a mule-she's a legend born in the depths of Kentucky coal
country, where the air is thick with coal dust and stories echo through the mountains
like ghost songs. In this sweeping Appalachian tale, Mabel leads a crew of unlikely
heroes-Clarence the high-strung canary, Poncho the theatrical pony, and Shep the
loyal shepherd dog-through the perilous underworld of mine shafts, mudslides,
and moonlit ridgelines.
But Mabel's story doesn't stop with one act of courage. Whispers of her bravery stretch
far beyond the tipple. As disasters unfold and dangers rise, tales of Mabel's strength
and stubborn wisdom become the stu of coal camp reside lore-told in hushed
tones by lantern light.
Filled with rich mountain folklore, dry mule wit, and the enduring spirit of Appalachia,
Big Mabel is more than an adventure-it's a myth in the making. Alongside her chosen
family, Mabel not only overcomes darkness but carries forward the hopes of those
who work and live deep in the hollers.
Perfect for readers who love a good yarn, Big Mabel is where legend meets loyalty,
and where one mule proves that sometimes, heroes come with hooves.
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Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 191 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
348 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4897-5262-8 (9781489752628)
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