"The Fairview Idea: A Story of the New Rural Life" by Herbert Quick offers a compelling narrative of rural life in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the American Midwest, the story explores themes of community, agricultural innovation, and the challenges faced by those seeking a simpler existence. The novel introduces readers to characters like Ben Phillips, Tom Whelpley, and Emmie, each contributing to the vibrant tapestry of life in the Corn Belt. Through the lens of its characters and their experiences with intensive farming, new agricultural techniques like silage and alfalfa, and threats such as the Hessian fly, Quick paints a vivid picture of a bygone era. The book resonates with anyone interested in the historical depiction of rural communities and the enduring human connection to the land. This is a great read for fans of historical fiction and stories that capture the essence of small-town America. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.