George Cary Eggleston - Westover of Wanalah

In 1910, American author George Cary Eggleston (1839–1911) wrote «Westover of Wanalah» as one of the best efforts of a great master of Southern romance. It deals with social and political conditions in ante-bellam Virginia with an important part being played by «Judy Peters,» a singular female political boss in the mountain districts, who is one of the most unique characters ever created in American fiction.