Our New Home In The West: Or Glimpses Of Life Among The Early Settlers (1872)

By Caroline Kirkland and Mary Clavers

Book Overview

Our New Home In The West: Or Glimpses Of Life Among The Early Settlers (1872) is a book written by Mary Clavers that provides readers with a vivid and detailed account of life in the American West during the mid-19th century. The book is a personal memoir of Clavers' family's journey from the East Coast to the West, where they settled in a small town in the frontier.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life in the West. Clavers describes the challenges her family faced as they traveled across the country, including harsh weather conditions, dangerous terrain, and encounters with Native American tribes.Once they arrived in the West, Clavers provides readers with a glimpse into the daily lives of early settlers. She describes the difficulties of building a home and establishing a farm in a new and unfamiliar environment, as well as the challenges of adapting to a new way of life.Throughout the book, Clavers also provides readers with insights into the social and cultural norms of the time. She discusses the role of women in the West, the importance of religion, and the impact of the Civil War on the region.Overall, Our New Home In The West: Or Glimpses Of Life Among The Early Settlers (1872) is a fascinating and informative account of life in the American West during a pivotal moment in history. Clavers' personal experiences provide readers with a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of early settlers, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120015197
• ISBN13: 9781120015198
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"