<p>Martha Finley, essentially a private person, was as much taken aback by the popularity that came to her on account of her authorship of The Elsie Books as her readers were captivated by the words she penned. On the Banks of Big Elk Creek, though a fictionalized account of Miss Finley's life, nevertheless draws upon as much information and knowledge about her as is currently available. It will appeal to children of all ages or anyone wanting to know more about this delightful author. Here is what Barbara Zahn, author of this engaging biography, has to say about this subject: "Knowing that Martha Finley lived in our small town while writing the famous Elsie series built in me a desire to research and share with others the life of this wonderful, deeply religious woman. As The Elsie Books have become so popular all across the country, it is only fitting that readers should know more about the beloved author."</p>

On the Banks of the Big Elk Creek

Zahn, Barbara

Drazga, Nancy

Holly Hall Publications, Incor

Martha Finley, essentially a private person, was as much taken aback by the popularity that came to her on account of her authorship of The Elsie Books as her readers were captivated by the words she penned. On the Banks of Big Elk Creek, though a fictionalized account of Miss Finley's life, nevertheless draws upon as much information and knowledge about her as is currently available. It will appeal to children of all ages or anyone wanting to know more about this delightful author. Here is what Barabara Zahn, author of this engaging biography, has to say about this subject: "Knowing that Martha Finley lived in our small town while writing the famous Elsie series built in me a desire to research and share with others the life of this wonderful, deeply religious woman. As The Elsie Books have become so popular all across the country, it is only fitting that readers should know more about this beloved author."

On The Banks of Big Elk Creek

Biographies & Memoirs

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Hibbard Pubns Inc

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