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Lucy M. (Lucy Meacham) Thruston
1862–1938
Best known for historical novels rooted in Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay, this American writer brought regional settings and Civil War–era history to life for early-20th-century readers. Her fiction often reflects a strong sense of place, especially the culture and landscape of the mid-Atlantic South.
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A Girl of Virginia
by Lucy M. (Lucy Meacham) Thruston
About the author
Born on March 29, 1862, Lucy Meacham Thruston was an American novelist whose work was closely tied to Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay region. She wrote historical fiction and regional novels, and sources about her life consistently note her interest in Virginia settings and history.
Her known books include A Girl of Virginia and Called to the Field: A Story of Virginia in the Civil War. She was also associated with Baltimore literary life, including the Woman's Literary Club of Baltimore, and her work shows a clear affection for local history and atmosphere.
Thruston died on November 27, 1938. Though she is not as widely read today as some of her contemporaries, her novels remain of interest to readers who enjoy historical fiction with a strong regional character.