Prairie Days: Or Our Home In The Far West (1879)

By Mary Breck Sleight

Book Overview

Prairie Days: Or Our Home In The Far West is a book written by Mary Breck Sleight and originally published in 1879. The book is a memoir of Sleight's experiences living on the prairies of the American West in the late 19th century. Sleight describes the challenges and joys of life on the frontier, including encounters with Native Americans, harsh weather conditions, and the difficulties of homesteading. She also shares stories of her family's daily life, including their struggles to build a home and establish a farm, as well as their interactions with other settlers in the area. Throughout the book, Sleight provides vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of the prairie and the wildlife that inhabited it. She also offers insights into the social and cultural norms of the time, including gender roles and attitudes towards race. Prairie Days is a valuable historical document that offers a glimpse into the lives of pioneers on the American frontier. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of those who sought to make a new life in the 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: 1167016785
• ISBN13: 9781167016783
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 434 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"