Little House Sampler [Paperback]

For everyone who loves theLittle House on the Prairiebooks, here is a charming collection of never-before-published writings that inspired the cherished series.

Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the classic Little House books that have delighted millions of readers, was first encouraged to write about her early day on the frontier by her daughter, Rose. This delightful collection, a must-have for allLittle Housefans, is comprised of Laura's early autobiographical pieces along with stories and essays by Rose, an award-winning writer who herself wrote about growing up on the family farm. From log cabins and covered wagons to the hardworking farm life that Laura and Rose fondly recall,A Little House Sampleris a vivid and personal testament to nearly 100 years of American life and history as seen by two remarkable women.

This charming collection of early stories contains many never before published newspaper pieces, stories and essays by Laura Ingalls and Rose Wilder. Inspiring the popular series, these works are a vivid and personal testament to American life and history as seen by two remarkable pioneers.

As the original counts on which theLittle Housebooks were based, these articles will be appreciated by fans as well as those interested in the settlement of the West. -Library Journal

Laura's writings promote the virtues and happiness to be found in hard work and simple things. -Publishers Weekly