Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder

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"Prairie Fires" by Caroline Fraser is a groundbreaking biography of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the beloved Little House on the Prairie books. Fraser delves into Wilder's life, revealing the hardships and struggles she faced, including poverty and rootlessness. The book explores Wilder's tumultuous relationship with her daughter and sheds light on the truth behind accusations of ghostwriting. Through unpublished manuscripts and records, Fraser paints a comprehensive picture of Wilder's life, showing how her personal experiences shaped the pioneer spirit portrayed in her iconic books. "Prairie Fires" offers fresh insights into Wilder's complex story and her enduring impact on American literature.

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641

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Metropolitan Books