Pioneers

Sandra.Kidder: Bess Streeter Aldrich (1881-1954); Cedar Falls, Iowa and Elmwood, Nebraska; published in 1928 but set in the 1860s; based on author's mother's life.

Sandra.Kidder: Laura Ingalls Wilder (1867-1957); Walnut Grove, Minnesota; first published in the 1930s; series set in 1870-1885.

Sandra.Kidder: Borghild Dahl (1890-1984); Minnesota; published in 1947; set in the Dakota territory.

Sandra.Kidder: Carol Ryrie Brink (1895-1981); Dunnville, Wisconsin; published in 1936 but set in the 1860s; based on author's grandmother's life.

Sandra.Kidder: Kathryn Forbes (1908-1966); published in 1943; set in 1910s San Francisco.