A Daughter of the Middle Border

A Daughter of the Middle Border is a memoir written by American author Hamlin Garland. The book tells the story of Garland's childhood and coming of age in the late 19th century in the American Midwest, specifically in Wisconsin and Iowa. Garland's family were pioneers who settled in the region and struggled to make a living on the harsh, unforgiving land. The book details the challenges and triumphs of Garland's upbringing, from his early years on the farm to his education in the local schoolhouse and his eventual move to the city to pursue his dreams of becoming a writer. Along the way, Garland encounters a variety of colorful characters and experiences the joys and sorrows of life in a rapidly changing America. A Daughter of the Middle Border is a vivid and moving portrait of a bygone era, and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.1921. Hamlin Garland was born near La Crosse, Wisconsin and lived in the area for nine years before his family moved to South Dakota. As an adult he lived in major cities throughout the United States but visited his birthplace often. Garland wanted to write regional literature, and he is famous for his realistic portrayal of Wisconsin rural life. Son of the Middle Border and A Daughter of the Middle Border are autobiographical narratives and considered two of his best works. He received the Pulitzer Prize in 1921 for A Daughter of the Middle Border. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.