Make sure to check out Masthof's website for more great books like this one! Provides an intimate glimpse into one of the many families (Miller) who lived in Washington, Iowa, in the mid-1800s. Taken from 300 pages of a handwritten manuscript and dozens of scribbled notes, the story emerges that weaves its characters through history, adding authentic homespun details about weddings and funerals, learning the facts of life, courtship in a buggy, and deathbed scenes. Also available by this author: The Livingston Chronicles and Never Alone. Illustrated.

Mom's Story

Esther G. Livingston

Masthof Press

<p>Make sure to check out Masthof's website for more great books like this one! This book chronicles several well-known families of Washington, Iowa, including the McMillans and Livingstons. Although this contains biographical sketches, most chapters include vignettes, where both the characters and circumstances are brought to life in the colorful manner of the author. This book is extracted from old newspaper articles and letters with a bit of hearsay thrown in! From historical records about the Scotch-Irish the author begins by relating experiences of the Covenanters from Scotland and Ireland. She then traces these early Covenanter-Presbyterian families through the Revolutionary War, with true stories of their involvements, and finally, their journey to the mid-west as pioneers in early Iowa. Also available by this author: Mom's Story and Never Alone. Illustrated.</p>

The Livingston Chronicles

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Mom's Story

The Livingston Chronicles