What Norman Saw in the West

"What Norman Saw in the West" by Julia M. Olin is the story of a young Norman Lester and his mother as they travel from Broadway to the American West and visit places like Niagara Falls and the Mississippi River. Norman, eager for adventure and personal growth, is thrilled as they start their journey on a train. The story paints pictures of beautiful places, from green prairies to awesome waterfalls, allowing the characters to reflect on nature, family, and what it means to be human. Norman's curiosity and the way he interacts with his family shapes the narrative.