John Thorn's Folks: A Study Of Western Life (1884) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780548625934)

John Thorn's Folks: A Study of Western Life is a book written by Angeline Teal and published in 1884. The book is a detailed study of the lives of the people living in the American West during the late 19th century. It focuses on the experiences of John Thorn, a farmer and rancher who lived in the western United States during this time. Teal's book provides a vivid portrait of the daily struggles and triumphs of the people who lived in this rugged and often unforgiving landscape. She describes the harsh realities of life on the frontier, including the challenges of farming, ranching, and surviving in a place where the weather and the land could be both unpredictable and dangerous. Despite the many challenges they faced, Teal shows that the people of the West were resilient and resourceful. She describes their strong sense of community and their willingness to help one another in times of need. She also explores the role of religion in their lives, as well as their attitudes towards race and gender.Overall, John Thorn's Folks: A Study of Western Life is a fascinating and insightful look at a pivotal period in American history. It provides a window into the lives of the people who helped shape the West, and offers a valuable perspective on the challenges and triumphs of life on the frontier.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: Angeline Teal
ISBN-10: 054862593X
ISBN-13: 9780548625934
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/17/2007
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.64lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d