The Harvester (Barnes & Noble Digital Library‪)‬

This 1911 novel is a mystical love story set amidst the natural wonders of Stratton-Porter’s beloved Indiana woodlands.  David Langston, the Harvester, lives a hermit-like existence in Medicine Woods, his only companions his faithful dog and horse.  Pursuing a vision of a beautiful woman, he finds Ruth Jameson, whose secret past will threaten their happiness.