A Pioneer Mother by Hamlin Garland
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| Author | Garland, Hamlin, 1860-1940 |
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| LoC No. | 22019981 |
| Title | A Pioneer Mother |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "A Pioneer Mother" by Hamlin Garland is a heartfelt monograph published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1922. This book serves as a tribute to the author's mother, Belle Garland, encapsulating the trials and triumphs of a pioneer woman navigating through the challenges of frontier life in America. The narrative reveals her story against the backdrop of the harsh realities and nobility of pioneer existence. In this touching account, Hamlin Garland reflects on his mother’s life, detailing her strength, resilience, and the sacrifices she made for her family while breaking new ground in the untamed territory. He paints a vivid picture of her character—a loving, nurturing figure fiercely devoted to her children even amid overwhelming hardship. The story takes readers through significant periods of her life, from managing a household during her husband's absence in the Civil War to her tireless efforts as a farm wife under increasingly demanding circumstances. Through the author’s memories, we witness his mother’s journey from joyful neighborliness to enduring sorrow and fatigue, ultimately leading to a deeper appreciation of her sacrifices as she aged. The narrative serves to honor not just his mother but the countless other women of her time who faced similar challenges with grace and unwavering resolve. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Frontier and pioneer life -- Middle West |
| Subject | Garland, Isabelle McClintock |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48442 |
| Release Date | Mar 9, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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