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I'm proud to announce that this book won the 2010 Ferguson Kansas History Book Award.
A childhood on the Kansas prairies in the 1930s springs vividly to life in the detailed memories of Gail Martin. Her simple accounts of long ago school days, celebrations and family life are a treasure. Travel back in time to life in the Flint Hills during the Great Depression and the time leading up to World War II.
The memories include her father's work in the oil field, trips to town in the family's Model A, raising her pet badger, fishing on the Cottonwood River, and wearing dresses made from feed sack material.
The book also explores her family's role in early Kansas history with details of covered wagons, homesteading, the Civil War and fledgling industries. These range from Tyro to Teterville to Eureka.
This edition includes a section with About The Author and a McGhee, Vining, and Tower Family Album.
Take a look at the book Clyde Owen Martin to read more of Gail Lee Martin's writing and some by her daughters, Cynthia Ross and Virginia Allain.
Data di pubblicazione 22 novembre, 2009
Dimensioni Tascabile pagg. 198 Stampa in bianco e nero (su carta non patinata crema)
Categoria Biografie e memorie
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vallain1 dice
Here's a comment by Gerald Brazil: Gail grew up in the 30’s in the oil fields of Greenwood County and her book paints a very real picture of the time and place.
Gail’s book is not only well written, it is beautifully and professionally crafted with black and white photographs integrated with the text.
Gail’s book won the 2010 Kansas Authors Club’s Ferguson Kansas History Award.
pubblicato alle 01. nov alle ore 17:25 PST
Momose dice
What a wonderful tribute, Gail, to your family and heritage! You are an inspiration to those wondering if their life experiences could make a compelling read for others. I look forward to reading more.
Peggy Strickland
pubblicato alle 24. lug alle ore 11:15 PST
kboybob dice
I loved the preview. You are very talented.
pubblicato alle 01. giu alle ore 17:24 PST
vallain1 dice
Here's a comment received by e-mail:
"I just wanted to let you know that I just received your mother’s book.
It’s just wonderful. I’m so impressed with her writing and what you’ve done with it." Scott
pubblicato alle 21. gen alle ore 17:43 PST
vallain1 dice
Comments from the author's website:
Ok, you are the BEST! Your description of Saturday at the movies prompted much reminiscing by my 92 year old Mom and me. You guys must have been at the same theater (or they were all like that!). Thanks so much. This is a wonderful story. (GottaLoveIt)
I loved the story about decorating for Christmas. The glimpse of your life in those days was so interesting and wonderful. What a contrast to the commercial holiday of today. I loved your descriptions and the pictures are great (especially the ones with the Halloween memories). Great reading! (Mandica)
I particularly liked reading about the prairie dolls. Very sweet and nostalgic story. Thanks for sharing this dying art with us. (Cherst)
You are a wonderful writer. Thank you for sharing. (Veryirie)
You are such an inspiration, I love all of the stories I’ve read so far. I checked out your book on Blurb, how fascinating! (Cindy Sully)
I am always riveted to your storylines… you have a flair for drama and detail. I’m glad you’re writing your memoirs in book form, it will be a hit ! (Shirley Philbrick)
Love reading your stories. I never want them to end. (J.M. Knudson)
The health remedies bring back some great memories of growing up. Thank you for it. (Kimi from eHow)
pubblicato alle 23. nov alle ore 19:40 PST