"Old Caravan Days" by Mary Hartwell Catherwood is a story that follows Grandma Padgett and her family in 1857 as they leave Ohio and head west towards Illinois. The book follows the challenges of their journey and the theme of change, where Bobaday and Corinne say good bye to their neighbors and face the risks of the open road. As they navigate the roads, they meet various figures including a mysterious man, and share moments of danger and happiness. Grandma Padgett's strong will helps guide them as they go on both small and life changing adventures.
Old Caravan Days
By Mary Hartwell Catherwood
A family's westward trek in the mid-1800s is filled with goodbyes, new encounters, and uncertain hopes for a fresh start.
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About the AuthorMary Hartwell Catherwood was an American writer of popular historical romances, short stories, and poetry. Early in her career she published under her birth name, Mary Hartwell, and under the pseudonym Lewtrah. She was known for setting her works in the Midwest, for a strong interest in American dialects, and for bringing a high standard of historical accuracy to the period detail of her novels.
Mary Hartwell Catherwood was an American writer of popular historical romances, short stories, and poetry. Early in her career she published under her birth name, Mary Hartwell, and under the pseudonym Lewtrah. She was known for setting her works in the Midwest, for a strong interest in American dialects, and for bringing a high standard of historical accuracy to the period detail of her novels.
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