Amy E. Blanchard

Broschiertes Buch

A Gentle Pioneer Being The Story Of The Early Days In The New West

Beschreibung

A Gentle Pioneer: Being the Story of the Early Days in the New West captures the journey of a young woman and her father as they move westward to start a new life in the American frontier. The narrative explores the emotional and physical challenges of leaving behind the familiarity of home and venturing into uncharted territory. It emphasizes the strength of family bonds and the resilience required to survive in a harsh, untamed environment. The story highlights the personal growth of the protagonist as she adapts to the demands of frontier life, showcasing her determination to assist her father in building a new home. The hardships of the journey are vividly portrayed, from the dangers of the wilderness to the isolation and uncertainties of a new land. The evolving relationship between the two characters and their perseverance in the face of adversity underscores the human capacity for endurance and hope. The narrative paints a poignant picture of the sacrifices and rewards inherent in pioneering a new life.

Autor

Amy Ella Blanchard was an American writer, born on June 28, 1854, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Daniel Harris Blanchard and Sarah Reynolds. She was educated in public schools and later studied art in New York City and Philadelphia. Early in her career, Blanchard worked as an art teacher at the Woman's College in Baltimore, now Goucher College, before moving to teach drawing and painting in Plainfield, New Jersey. Blanchard s literary career began at the young age of 16 when her first poem was published. By the age of 19, she published her first book, but her major success came in 1893 when her stories gained widespread attention. In 1888, she published Bonny Bairns in collaboration with artist Ida Waugh, a book that was notable for its high-quality illustrations and catchy verses. Blanchard and Waugh shared a deep personal and professional bond, collaborating on many projects. She lived in Washington, D.C. for a time, where she continued to write and received recognition for her contributions to American literature. She died on July 4, 1926, in Bailey Island, Maine, and is buried in Woodlawn Cemetery, Maryland.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 198
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 257g
• ISBN-13: 9789370817876
• ISBN-10: 9370817875
• Artikelnr.: 74789309