Trail Makers of the Middle Border (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162778051)

Trail Makers of the Middle Border is a historical non-fiction book written by Hamlin Garland. The book is a memoir of Garland's childhood and adolescence in the late 19th century in the Middle Border region of the United States. The book covers Garland's experiences growing up on a farm in Wisconsin, as well as his travels throughout the region, including trips to Minnesota, Iowa, and South Dakota. Garland describes the challenges and hardships faced by the pioneers who settled the Middle Border, including severe weather, crop failures, and conflicts with Native Americans. Throughout the book, Garland also explores the cultural and social changes that occurred in the Middle Border during his lifetime, including the growth of towns and cities, the rise of industry, and the impact of immigration. He also reflects on the role of religion, education, and politics in shaping the region's identity. Trail Makers of the Middle Border is a rich and detailed account of life in the American Midwest during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Garland's vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes bring the era to life, and his reflections on the region's history and culture offer valuable insights for readers interested in American history and culture.1926. Hamlin Garland was born near La Crosse, Wisconsin and lived in the area for nine years before his family moved to South Dakota. As an adult he lived in major cities throughout the United States but visited his birthplace often. In 1922 he received a Pulitzer Prize for A Daughter of the Middle Border, and was also director of the American Academy of Arts and Letters for a number of years. Contents: Boy Life in the State of Maine; The Railway and Boston; The Lure of the Sunset Regions; The Westward Journey; The Great Lakes; The Promised Land; Harriet�������s Home in the West; Richard Helps Harvest; The Musical McLanes; The Turkey Shoot; The Logging-Camp; Running the River; The Stir of Settlement; As Forest Vedettes; Wolves on the Trail; Pastures New; Richard Wins a Promise; The Minnesota Prairies; Richard Wins a Bride; The Cabin in the Coulee; Isabel�������s Winter in the Woods; Richard�������s Last Raft; The New Interest; Richard Goes South; Richard Reports for Duty; Exploring the Lowlands; Clinton�������s Rescue; The Eyes of the Army; Within the Lines; Richard Escapes from the City; The Flag of Truce; On the Sick List; and The Peaceful River. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: Hamlin Garland
ISBN-10: 1162778059
ISBN-13: 9781162778051
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 428
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.87d