Charley Bland

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Set in the small town of Canona, West Virginia, the narrative explores a complex triangular love affair involving a widow, her schoolgirl crush Charley Bland, and his overbearing mother. Upon returning home after years in Europe, the widow rekindles her feelings for Charley, but Mrs. Bland's disapproval complicates their relationship. Through humor and irony, the author delves into the dynamics of Canona's upper-class society and its underbelly, crafting a poignant story about love, creativity, and the corrosive nature of family ties.