Early Candlelight (Borealis) by Maud Hart…

Early Candlelight (Borealis) (original 1929; edition 1992)

by Maud Hart Lovelace

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This historical novel set at Old Fort Snelling in the 1830s is a rich and romantic re-creation of the early settlement period in Minnesota's history. Maud Hart Lovelace's careful research into the documents of the Historical Society, combined with her knowledge of the actual setting, enabled her to write a story that conveys a sense of time and place both accurate and compelling for young adults as well as general readers.… (more)

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Member:	LuckyBelle
Title:	Early Candlelight (Borealis)
Authors:	Maud Hart Lovelace
Info:	Minnesota Historical Society Press (1992), Edition: New Ed, Paperback, 322 pages
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Early Candlelight by Maud Hart Lovelace (1929)

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Disturbing in many respects by modern standards, but progressive for its time. A fascinating look at a period in Minnesota history. (

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RGilbraith | Dec 30, 2022 |

A wonderful charming story of the early days at Fort Snelling.

Jasper couldn't see how Major Boyles could be unhappy with Eva. Eva is perfect. Always perfectly dressed, home always perfect, always the proper lady. I could, that kind of perfection can be hard to live with. (

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nx74defiant | Apr 30, 2017 |

I really loved this book. Great writing and the scene is set so well. (

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Early Candlelight

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1929

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Fort Snelling, Minnesota, USA

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The Ojibways called it Oskibugi Sipi, the Young Leaf River, for on its banks the trees bud early.

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This historical novel set at Old Fort Snelling in the 1830s is a rich and romantic re-creation of the early settlement period in Minnesota's history. Maud Hart Lovelace's careful research into the documents of the Historical Society, combined with her knowledge of the actual setting, enabled her to write a story that conveys a sense of time and place both accurate and compelling for young adults as well as general readers.

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