ISBN: 9798294258580 - seeds of hope: an introduction to the dust bowl (the dirty thirties saga, band 1) (1 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In 1891, tragedy strikes a humble coal-mining family in Pennsylvania when a beloved family member is lost in a devastating accident. Overwhelmed by grief and poverty, they make a daring decision: to leave behind the coal mines and seek a fresh start on the vast plains of the Oklahoma Panhandle. Guided by hope and resilience, they claim 160 acres of land granted by the Homestead Act, determined to forge a new life through farming. As seasons shift-bringing droughts, scorching heat, fierce blizzards, and relentless dust storms-the family's unwavering spirit is put to the test. Their struggle to tame the unforgiving frontier is complicated when a 'Sooner' lays claim to the Adammson land, sparking tension and conflict. Amidst these hardships, the family must navigate not only the brutal elements and their own fears but also the threat of losing their rightful claim. The Adammson's story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the relentless pursuit of dreams amid adversity, setting the stage for the tumultuous era that will someday become known as the Dust Bowl.…