Pine Knot: A Story of Kentucky Life is a novel written by William E. Barton and first published in 1900. The book is set in rural Kentucky and tells the story of the life of a young boy named David, who grows up in the small town of Pine Knot. David's family is poor, but they are hardworking and proud. The novel follows David as he grows up and faces the challenges of life in the rural South. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including...