From the West to the West : Across the plains to Oregon by Abigail Scott Duniway
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"From the West to the West: Across the Plains to Oregon" by Abigail Scott Duniway is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This narrative chronicles the experiences and challenges faced by a frontier family as they prepare to leave their home in Illinois for a new life in Oregon. The text reflects the realities of pioneer life, touching upon themes of family, adventure, and the pursuit of a better
future amidst the backdrop of societal changes and personal struggles. The opening of the work introduces us to the Ranger family, particularly focusing on John and Annie Ranger, who plan to leave their established life for the uncharted territories of Oregon. As John shares the news of their impending move, Annie expresses her fears about the difficult journey and the impact of leaving their aging parents behind. Their conversation encapsulates the tension between adventure and safety, the aspirations of the American West, and the emotional toll on a family facing such profound change. The scenes depict not only their practical preparations but also the emotional upheaval as they grapple with their decision. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Duniway, Abigail Scott, 1834-1915 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 05013281 |
| Title | From the West to the West : Across the plains to Oregon |
| Original Publication | Chicago: A. C. McClurg & Co., 1905. |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Oregon -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women pioneers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Overland journeys to the Pacific -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 75131 |
| Release Date | Jan 17, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 419 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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