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| Bridge |
Posted - Dec 28 2012 : 4:21:49 PM
I found this via my google reader and knew I had to share with my farmgirl friends over here.
Farm Girl
Karen Jones Gowen
Price: FREE
This book by Karen Jones Gowen offers a wonderful view of what it was like to grow up in Nebraska in the 20#8242;s and 30#8242;s. It is told from the viewpoint of the author’s mother who grew up during that time in Nebraska. It is well written and easy to read. It would be a great resource for teachers who are trying to teach what life was like during that time period. The author also includes excerpts from her grandmother who was an early homesteader in Nebraska. The narrative style the author has used enhances the book and lets the reader feel as if they are living right along side Lucille Marker. I would highly recommend this book.
Ms. Julie M. Bucknam
FARM GIRL, the groundbreaking and critically-acclaimed folklore history by Karen Jones Gowen, is a 2012 top-rated AMAZON BESTSELLER.
Set in the Dust Bowl of the American West, this true account of a child coming of age on a 1920#8242;s Nebraska farm, recaptures an era. Young Lucille Marker experiences survival during the Depression, one of the worst dust storms in history, and finally the disintegration of the close-knit community in which she grows up. Readers who like the books of Laura Ingalls Wilder or Willa Cather will enjoy Farm Girl. It takes place on the Marker farm, located near Red Cloud, the locale of Willa Cather’s Nebraska novels. Farm Girl takes one back to a time and place that no longer exists in American culture. Richly photographed throughout with over sixty authentic photos documenting the people and places of the story, this historical, easy-to-read book is suitable for use in the classroom.
NOTE: Please check the price before downloading; the price is subject to change.
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Bridge,
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| weaverchic |
Posted - Dec 29 2012 : 6:08:38 PM
Thanks Bridgette, just downloaded to my Kindle. Always looking for a good read!
gerri
Farmgirl 1197
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| coaloha |
Posted - Dec 29 2012 : 5:37:49 PM
Thanks for the tip, Bridgette! I just downloaded the book on my Kindle and it looks very interesting.
I love a good book tip.
Warmly,
Pam
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| MrsRooster |
Posted - Dec 29 2012 : 3:20:40 PM
Just downloaded. Thanks for sharing!!
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| Ninibini |
Posted - Dec 29 2012 : 11:32:46 AM
Kristina - I just looked and saw that it IS in print for $12.95 through Amazon... not sure about other outlets. I am pretty sure there is a free Kindle app for your computer through Amazon, though. I think Janet's right - you'll need to sign up for an account to use it. In any event, I'm thinking your local Library may also be able to get it for you! It just sounds like such a good read, doesn't it? Thanks again, Bridgette! - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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| Ninibini |
Posted - Dec 29 2012 : 11:20:58 AM
Oh my gosh! Thank you so much for sharing this with us, Bridgette! I cannot WAIT to start reading it! What a neat book to start off the New Year! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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| jan49829 |
Posted - Dec 29 2012 : 07:53:29 AM
Kristina, I downloaded it to my laptop. It worked through Amazon, but maybe it was because I have an account there? It was free to downoal with no problems at all. Hope it works for you. It looks like an excellent book to read.
Janet
Farmgirl Sister #3340
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| FieldsofThyme |
Posted - Dec 29 2012 : 05:17:30 AM
I am lo-tech or no tech. I don't use electronic reading devices (other than the computer at home). If it's ever in print, please let us know.
Farmgirl #800
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| jan49829 |
Posted - Dec 28 2012 : 6:44:43 PM
Thank you!!! I just downloaded it, hope to read it in the next week or so.
Janet
Farmgirl Sister #3340
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| jenne.f |
Posted - Dec 28 2012 : 5:49:58 PM
Thanks for sharing. It should be a good way to
pass the cold months ahead.
~blessings~
Jenne
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| SheilaC |
Posted - Dec 28 2012 : 4:44:29 PM
thanks :)
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