Proud of my pioneer heritage
587591
Florence Agassiz was my great grandmother. I've heard stories over the years about her courage and strength of character (not mentioned in Ms. Bridge's version is the fact that she went on to bear John Goodfellow's  eleven children)and it's a thrill to read about her in such an exciting  book. The hardships of her mother's life, not simply endured but overcome  by a deep need to provide a strong and proper upbringing for her children,  are the most compelling theme of this story. Amazing!
4751419
Lovely capture of the Seattle Aftican-American pioneers. My Aunt requested this book and I was very happy to receive the book so quickly and in great condition. I had to take a peek inside before I handed it over to her. My great grandmother was a Seattle pioneer and the book retold some of the same things she would say. I enjoyed every chapter.
3675005
This was my great great Grandfather.  I was glad to get the paperback!
2229148
I've never shown much interest in my heritage until now. Why am I interested now? Because this sheriff wasn't a boring man and, due to Jackie (my cousin), I couldn't help but become interested in the real life of an old-time western lawman. Not too long ago we had a family get-together at his graveside. This old cemetery is full of Tonopah history and it's inhabitants. Just being there I felt in the midst of the "olden days." In my mind's eye I could see Logan's tall figure much representative of a true lawman except for the broad smile on his face as if he saw me enjoying his sense of humor. I kind of felt sorry for all the folks buried there because all of the recognition that day went to a genuine, now famous Sheriff Logan.
2450214
I am very glad that I purchased this book it has really helped in my search for ancestors.  I like having things in my hand to refer to, not just look at online.  I guess I may be from the old school but with a book I can highlight important things and flag pages that are informative.
4664151
Amazing product from pioneer. Will be using for many years to come
456629
Mark Baker puts me in the time of my ancestors  in the western frontier of the 1750s' and 60s' in West
Virginia with his writing and skills he shares,  He laid a path that many have followed over the years.  I have both volumes and refer to them constantly.
4029462
I enjoyed the book once I got past the first few sad chapters. My only negative thought is that it was very long and there are areas that I skipped. The book gave me a new appreciation for what our pioneers went through to establish our new frontiersw.
Claudette Whitehead
4645745
Great book about the courage of the early pioneers settling in the West.  Sister Blandina was remarkable in her efforts to spread the word of God under very trying circumstances.  It's no wonder that she is up for sainthood.
2483833
My ancestors are the real Waltons and settled in Kansas and Nebraska. I thought I was reading a stories of my grandfather. Thank you.
647713
This book fits perfectly in my collection of favorite pioneer stories, being a lover of historic fiction. This time, however, it was not about traveling out West in the 1800s, but North to Alaska during the Great Depression. This is a captivating book with something to learn for readers of any age.(I'm in my 60's but love children's and young adult historic fiction) Historic facts about The New Deal and Alaska are presented in such an interesting way, and the characters in this story are well defined. I struggled with Terpsichore's name throughout the entire book, but I will NEVER forget her!  Her adventures taught me about history, music, literature, gardening, entomology, but while I was learning facts, I was touched by the value of a loving family with caring parents and grandparents who are willing to open their minds to change, strong steadfast friendships among children, generosity, a community that works together, and the strong pioneer spirit that kept these people going when it would have been easier to give up..This was a wonderful book with a beautiful cover...I will cherish it always!
4618523
This book compiles the letters of a valiant pioneer woman who went to Oregon in 1836, as a Missionary wife before there was an Oregon Trail. I had read these letters before in a big old book. This paperback version was long needed. It is a great read of her trials and travails among the native Americans. The letters were written home to her family. Only complaint is that the print is very small!
2041084
My family is part of the Big River Navajo tribe (more by tribal law, not blood). Our family has a town named after my paternal Great-Grandfather, Newcomb, NM. I say all this, as I wasn't even aware of these stories... And I grew up in Oklahoma City! I felt only sadness for the loss of the families in this book, and for the souls still wandering the prairie. Hopefully, there can be some peace... An amazing read!
3217524
Growing up in Hawaii and now living in the PNW I had to bring a lil of the islands here to my home on the " mainland". The vintage aspect is perfect
and I'm living it!!
1708180
Destiny's Song is a poignant, beautiful true story of a faithful pioneer family. The sorrows and incredible physical and mental challenges they endured, as well as the joys they experienced are stories to be remembered and learned from for a long time. My ancestors, also from Denmark and immigrants from the same time period, must have experienced similar challenges and victories.

The authors parallel experiences from his own life help the reader with overcoming the challenges of our day by following the faithful examples of early progenitors.

Highly Recommended!
2068621
A lovely book about an inspiring, pioneer woman. Not only that, the great grandmother of the author who inherited a treasure trove of photos and a first-hand narrative rarely available about a woman born in 1842 who settled in rural Indiana and lived well into the twentieth century without electricity and other modern conveniences. Almyra King Holsclaw's life was spent in service to her husband and large family. Despite living without modern medicine, she lived a full and independent 89 years. She had her priorities straight--simple needs and service to family and neighbors. The book contains lovely color illustrations by young artists and is an interesting read. I especially recommend this book to younger people who get a rare glimpse into daily life in nineteenth century Indiana.
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When I found out that Charlemangne is my 36th Great Grandfather, I decided I needed to get to know who I come from.  The book is very well written.