A Son of the Middle Border
Hamlin Garland
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A Son of the Middle Border is Hamlin Garland's evocative memoir that captures the essence of life in the American Midwest during a transformative era. Through his vivid storytelling, Garland reflects on his personal journey, detailing the struggles and triumphs of those who toiled against the harsh realities of nature and society.
Set against the backdrop of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this work explores themes of resilience, identity, and the complex relationship between man and the land. Garland's narrative is both a tribute to the beauty of the West and a candid examination of the challenges faced by its inhabitants, making it a unique contribution to American literature.
With a blend of poetic insight and stark realism, Garland's memoir serves as a poignant reminder of a generation's experiences, offering listeners a rich tapestry of emotions and reflections that resonate with the human spirit.
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| 01 - Home from the War | 24:41 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 02 - The McClintocks | 24:12 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 03 - The Home in the Coulee | 31:08 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 04 - Father Sells the Farm | 15:22 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 05 - The Last Threshing in the Coulee | 18:25 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 06 - David and His Violin | 16:47 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 07 - Winneshiek 'Woods and Prairie Lands' | 22:16 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 08 - We Move Again | 12:54 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 09 - Our First Winter on the Prairie | 28:21 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 10 - The Homestead on the Knoll | 15:03 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 11 - School Life | 18:26 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 12 - Chores and Almanacs | 16:51 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 13 - Boy Life on the Prairie | 40:18 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 14 - Wheat and the Harvest | 34:26 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 15 - Harriet Goes Away | 24:03 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 16 - We Move to Town | 32:09 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 17 - A Taste of Village Life | 29:28 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 18 - Back to the Farm | 34:59 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 19 - End of School Days | 25:31 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 20 - The Land of the Dakotas | 27:20 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 21 - The Grasshopper and the Ant | 39:12 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 22 - We Discover New England | 24:29 | Gelesen von Greg W. | |
| 23 - Coasting Down Mt Washington | 16:24 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 24 - Tramping, NY, Washington & Chicago | 28:25 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 25 - The Land of the Straddle-Bug | 35:17 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 26 - On to Boston | 29:50 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 27 - Enter a Friend | 40:17 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 28 - A Visit to the West | 43:47 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 29 - I Join the Anti-Poverty Brigade | 41:31 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 30 - My Mother is Stricken | 26:55 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 31 - Main Travelled Roads | 21:12 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 32 - The Spirit of Revolt | 22:46 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 33 - The End of the Sunset Trail | 13:19 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 34 - We Go to California | 28:29 | Gelesen von Inah Derby | |
| 35 - The Homestead in the Valley | 26:41 | Gelesen von Inah Derby |
Bewertungen
Francie
a real midcentury gem. especially for memoir lovers. not fast paced but beautifully written