Thomas C. (Thomas Clark) Hinkle

Thomas C. (Thomas Clark) Hinkle
Thomas Clark Hinkle (1876–1949) was an American author best known for his works aimed at young readers, particularly Westerns and animal stories. His notable books include "Dusty: The Story of a Wild Dog" and "Black Storm: A Horse of the Kansas Hills," which were praised for their vivid depictions of animals and the natural world. Hinkle, also a medical doctor, often incorporated themes of survival and adventure in the American frontier. His writing resonated with readers who appreciated his simple yet engaging storytelling, grounded in the landscapes of rural America.

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BRUSHTAIL THE FOX COMES TO THE BIG GREEN WOODS Doctor Rabbit and Cheepy Chipmunk were sitting in Doctor Rabbit's front yard talking. They laughed a good deal as they talked, for it was a lovely morning in the beautiful Big Green Woods, and everyone felt happy. Finally jolly Doctor Rabbit said he believed he would run over to the big sycamore tree to eat some more of the tender blue grass that grew... more...

THE INTRODUCTION This author-physician's cure for "nerves" vividly recalls the simplicity of method employed in the complete restoration to health of one of olden time whose story has come ringing down the ages in the Book of Books. Naaman, captain of the host of the king of Syria, a mighty man of valor and honorable in the sight of all men, turned away in a rage when Elisha, the prophet... more...