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Covered Wagon Women, Volume 5: Diaries And Letters From The Western Trails, 1852: The Oregon Trail
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Abigail Jane Scott Was Seventeen When She Left Illinois With Her Family In The Spring Of 1852. Her Record Of The Journey West Is Full Of Expressive Detail: Breakfasting In A Snowstorm, Walking Behind The Wagons To Keep Warm, Tasting Buffalo Meat, Trying To Climb Independence Rock. She Meets Her Future Husband, Benjamin Duniway, At The End Of The Oregon Trail And, In The Years To Come, Finds Fame As A Writer And A Leader Of The Suffrage Movement In The Northwest. Her Grandson, David Duniway, Edited Her Trail Diary For Covered Wagon Women.This Volume Includes The Equally Vivid Diaries Of Other Women Who Rode The Wagons In 1852. Polly Coon Of Wisconsin Recalls Trading With The Indians. Martha Read, Starting From Illinois, Is Particularly Alert To The Suffering Of The Animals, Noting Hundreds Of Dead Cows And Horses Along The Way. Cecilia Adams And Parthenia Blank, Twin Sisters From Illinois, Jointly Chronicle Their Onceinalifetime Experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Covered Wagon Women, Volume 5'? A: 'Covered Wagon Women, Volume 5' explores the experiences of women traveling on the Oregon Trail in 1852, highlighting their personal diaries and letters that depict their daily challenges and adventures.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Kenneth L. Holmes, who edited the diaries and letters of the women featured in the volume.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Covered Wagon Women, Volume 5' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: 'Covered Wagon Women, Volume 5' contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in women's history? A: Yes, the book is particularly suitable for readers interested in women's history, as it showcases the stories and contributions of women during a significant period in American history.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may have some wear but is still in a readable and acceptable state.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from the diaries included in this volume? A: Readers can expect to learn about the daily lives, struggles, and resilience of women traveling westward, including their interactions with Native Americans and the challenges faced by their families and animals.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Covered Wagon Women, Volume 5' was published on June 1, 1997.
- Q: Are there any notable figures featured in this book? A: Yes, the book includes the experiences of Abigail Jane Scott, who later became a prominent writer and suffrage leader in the Northwest, as well as other women who shared their unique perspectives.
- Q: What makes this volume different from other volumes in the 'Covered Wagon Women' series? A: This volume stands out as it captures the specific experiences of women on the Oregon Trail in 1852, providing a unique lens on their journeys and contributions to westward expansion.