Harriette Arnow was an American author born on February 24, 1908, in Bourbon County, Kentucky. She is best known for her novels that explore the lives of people in rural America, particularly in the Appalachian region. Her most famous work, The Dollmaker, published in 1954, tells the story of a woman struggling to maintain her identity and family amidst the challenges of urban life. Arnow's writing often reflects her deep connection to the land and the culture of the Appalachian Mountains. Throughout her career, she published several novels, short stories, and essays, earning recognition for her vivid storytelling and strong character development. She passed away on March 22, 1986.