Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West
Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2011
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2011304
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Colorado • 1910s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West by Dorothy Wickenden chronicles the journey of two young women from society backgrounds who travel to Colorado in 1916 to become teachers. This narrative explores their adventures and the challenges they face while adapting to life on the rural frontier, highlighting themes of resilience and transformation.
Adventurous
Inspirational
Informative
Nostalgic
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Dorothy Wickenden's Nothing Daunted receives praise for its compelling narrative and rich historical detail, providing insight into early 20th-century frontier life. Critics commend the engaging portrayal of two pioneering women. However, some feel the pacing drags in parts. Overall, it's celebrated as an enlightening, well-researched account of adventure and education.
Who Should Read Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West?
Readers who enjoy Nothing Daunted by Dorothy Wickenden are likely history or biography enthusiasts, interested in women's adventures and early 20th-century America. Fans of The Greater Journey by David McCullough or The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown may find it similarly appealing.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Colorado • 1910s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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