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Covered Wagon Women: Diaries and Letters from the Western Trails, 1850; the diary of Margaret A. Frink

Kenneth L. Holmes
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Covered Wagon Women: Diaries and Letters from the Western Trails, 1850; the diary of Margaret A. Frink

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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Kenneth L. Holmes

Covered Wagon Women: Diaries and Letters from the Western Trails, 1850; the diary of Margaret A. Frink

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Western Trails • 1850s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

Lexile Level

1630L

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Covered Wagon Women: Diaries and Letters from the Western Trails, 1850 features Margaret A. Frink's diary, part of a collection by Kenneth L. Holmes. The diary documents a woman's journey along the western trails in 1850, offering insights into the challenges and experiences faced by individuals traveling by covered wagon during this period.

Informative

Adventurous

Nostalgic

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.5

85 ratings

86%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Covered Wagon Women: Diaries and Letters from the Western Trails, 1850 edited by Kenneth L. Holmes offers insights into pioneer life through Margaret A. Frink's diary. Reviews praise its vivid portrayal of trail hardships and historical value, though some note repetitive details. This collection is deemed an authentic, engaging account of women's experiences during westward expansion.

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Who Should Read Covered Wagon Women: Diaries and Letters from the Western Trails, 1850; the diary of Margaret A. Frink?

Historians and enthusiasts of American Westward expansion will revel in Covered Wagon Women. Fans of true accounts like Undaunted Courage by Stephen Ambrose or The Oregon Trail by Rinker Buck will appreciate this authentic glimpse into the challenges and experiences of trailblazing women.

4.5

85 ratings

86%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Western Trails • 1850s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

Lexile Level

1630L

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