The World of Laura Ingalls Wilder: The Frontier Landscapes That Inspired the Little House Books

by Marta McDowell

Book Overview

"If you loved Wilder's books, or if you garden with a child who loves her books, you will enjoy the read." --San Francisco Chronicle

In this revealing exploration of Laura Ingalls Wilder's deep connection with the natural world, Marta McDowell follows the wagon trail of the beloved Little House series. You'll learn details about Wilder's life and inspirations, pinpoint the Ingalls and Wilder homestead claims on authentic archival...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 160469727X
• ISBN13: 9781604697278
• Release Date: September 2017
• Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
• Length: 390 Pages
• Weight: 2.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.2" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Perfect companion to the Little House series

This book gives an in-depth look into the background of the Little House stories and the lives of the Ingalls/ Wilder families, with a focus on the agricultural details touched on in the books. I found this a fascinating read, as it meticulously follows the timeline of Laura and Almanzo Wilder's lives, including maps of their travels, townships and homesteads over the years. The author has done a lot of research, weaving together parts of the fiction series and Laura's biography, Pioneer Girl, with anecdotes of her own that add color to the story. Beautiful botanical drawings, photographs and other vintage prints throughout make this a quality book to leave out on the coffee table. It would be a nice addition to any library, especially if someone has an interest in history and rural living. Recommend! (An e-book was provided by NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.)