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Key Features-
- This collection of fact-based adventures will appeal to readers of all ages.
- The stories put the reader right in the middle of the action, alongside the pioneers as they overcome dangerous challenges.
- The author has thoroughly researched each story, and skillfully brings to life these heroes of the American West.
"Facing death was a common element of pioneer life. Each of these true action-packed stories draws you into that world of danger, where you can share in the triumphs of courage that helped the early settlers survive. This book is an unusual find and a fascinating read for people of all ages."
How would you respond to these challenges?
- Poisonous snakes in your bed
- Watching an Indian chief take your two-year-old cousin hostage
- Facing a cornered, enraged bobcat without a weapon
- Indian warriors galloping toward you while your wagon is helplessly stuck in the snow
These are only a few of the life-threatening situations that confronted courageous pioneers. In these remarkable true stories of survival, you can experience these and other exciting adventures. Think about what you would do, then open the book and discover how these pioneers and Indians survived the challenges that were a daily part of the settling the American West.
Reviews-
These stories will capture your hearts and imaginations, allowing you to see a side of pioneer life seldom explored.
This book has helped me to understand some of the challenges of those who came here in the early days and endured in a miraculous way the hardships and dangers which they faced on a daily basis."Against All Odds" is an appropriate title for this publication, and I'm convinced it will be of interest to young and old alike. The author's ability to bring these stories to life is a great gift that we will all benefit from. This book has helped me to understand the faith, courage, and dedication of those who did so much to establish this area.
Jack H. Goaslind, Manti Temple President and emeritus General Authority.
If you find pleasure in stories based on true incidents, you'll love Against All Odds. Shirley Anderson Bahlmann spent the latter half of her childhood in the tradition-laden rural town of Manti, Utah. As a youth she absorbed the intrigue and mystique of early pioneer history and folklore. Her work stems from a deeply held reverence of the area's early beginnings. The resultant short stories are written in an easy-to-read, colorful, flowing narrative style. They can be read in solitude or orally around a campfire or in a living room for family and friends. This book makes an ideal gift for adults or children alike. It's content has a universal appeal reaching far beyond the locale of rural Utah. I found it to be a riveting read because of its interesting and distinctive content.
Coach Wilbur Braithwaite, Utah High School Coach of the Year, National Coach Hall of Fame, 2002 Winter Olympic torch bearer
This is a charming assortment of stories that brings pioneer times to life for modern families. The stories are written in such a way that I could see my children, my friends, and even myself facing the same problems today that are presented from the experiences of our forefathers.
Ivo Ray Peterson, Mormon Miracle Pageant Director
Through the eyes of Shirley's sometimes serious, sometimes humorous characters, the reader is able to experience some of the historical events of the early settlement of Utah. Some of these stories were familiar, but reading them in her witty penmanship brought these events to life with a desire to learn more.
Lannette Nielson, composer
A unique blend of historic fact skillfully woven in with captivating fiction. Inspiring!
Debbie Harman, professional artist
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