Gene Stratton Porter, Best-Seller by Public Library of Fort Wayne and Allen County is a biographical piece that shines a light on the extraordinary life and literary achievements of Gene Stratton Porter. A celebrated American author, Porter became known for her charming novels that combined romance and nature. The account explores her early life, the experiences that shaped her, and her lasting influence on nature writing in the early 1900s. The book focuses on Porter's journey from her quiet, rural beginnings in Indiana to her rise as a best-selling author renowned for beloved works such as "Freckles," "Girl of the Limberlost," and "At the Foot of the Rainbow." These stories often featured romantic plots intertwined with themes celebrating nature and wildlife. The biography also emphasizes her work as a dedicated photographer and naturalist, revealing her commitment to studying and protecting the natural world. Through her engaging stories and her unique ability to connect readers with nature, Porter encouraged countless people to value and discover the beauty of the outdoors.
Gene Stratton Porter, Best-Seller
By Public Library of Fort Wayne and Allen County
From a childhood spent among the Indiana wilderness to her phenomenal success as an author and naturalist, this is the heartwarming story of a pioneer who inspired generations to treasure the natural world.
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About the AuthorThe Allen County Public Library (ACPL) is a public library system located in Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana, United States. Founded in 1895 as the Fort Wayne Public Library, the library served residents with 3,606 books out of a single room in City Hall. Today the library system includes a main library and 13 branch libraries in Fort Wayne and throughout the county. The 367,000 square feet (34,100 m2) Main Library Branch in downtown Fort Wayne is home to the Fred J. Reynolds Historical Genealogy Department which holds the largest public genealogy collection in the United States.
The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) is a public library system located in Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana, United States. Founded in 1895 as the Fort Wayne Public Library, the library served residents with 3,606 books out of a single room in City Hall. Today the library system includes a main library and 13 branch libraries in Fort Wayne and throughout the county. The 367,000 square feet (34,100 m2) Main Library Branch in downtown Fort Wayne is home to the Fred J. Reynolds Historical Genealogy Department which holds the largest public genealogy collection in the United States.
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