Growing Up in the Horse and Buggy Days (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162800882)

Growing Up in the Horse and Buggy Days is a memoir written by C. E. Ladd that provides a vivid and detailed account of life in rural America during the early 20th century. The book is a nostalgic journey through the author's childhood, describing the simple pleasures and challenges of growing up in a small farming community.Ladd's writing style is engaging and descriptive, painting a picture of a bygone era where horses and buggies were the primary mode of transportation, and life moved at a slower pace. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the author's family life, school experiences, and the various jobs and chores he undertook as a young boy.The author's love of horses is a recurring theme throughout the book, and he provides fascinating insights into the training and care of these magnificent animals. The book also touches on the impact of technological advancements, such as the introduction of automobiles and tractors, and how they transformed life in rural communities.Overall, Growing Up in the Horse and Buggy Days is a charming and heartwarming memoir that offers a glimpse into a simpler time in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of rural America or the joys and challenges of growing up in a close-knit community.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: C. E. Ladd,E. R. Eastman
ISBN-10: 1162800887
ISBN-13: 9781162800882
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 264
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.79lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d