This scarce antiquarian book contains a wonderful fictional narrative written by Maurice Thompson and originally published in 1882. A masterful piece of writing sure to engage and entertain the discerning reader, A Tallahassee Girl is a must-read and a perfect addition for fans and collectors of Thompson's work. James Maurice Thompson (September 9, 1844 - February 15, 1901) was a novelist famous for reviving the use of the bow and arrow as a tool for hunting in America. Raised on a plantation in Georgia, Thompson perused a career in law before becoming a successful writer. Other notable works by this author include: The Witchery of Archer(1878) and Alice of Vincennes (1900). This book has been chosen for modern republication due to its significant literary value and is proudly republished here complete with a new introductory biography of the author.