Pioneer Sisters (Little House Chapter Book)

Book Description

Together, Laura, Mary, and Carrie play games, find mischief, and explore the wild as they travel and settle throughout the Midwest. Join in the fun with everyone's favorite pioneer sisters!

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Is Little House losing Laura?.......2002-09-27

I enjoyed reading this book. I think it is a sweet book for beginning readers, but definately lacking of the special essence that makes the little house books what they are. The author has taken some of the most memorable stories from Laura's books and gently adapted them for young readers today. The relationship between Laura and her two sisters is highlighted, which I believe is a wonderful thing for children today to be exposed to.The stories are still there, I won't deny that. However, I feel that as 'new versions' of the beloved little house books, the stories are being dumbed-down quite successfully! Who says Laura didn't write her books for beginning readers? By the time a child can read they can appreciate Laura's stories. I don't believe it is neccessary to adapt them at all. These new editions are bereft of many interesting coloquialisms of the day, and also Laura's own subtle magic woven into her words, which I am sure makes the plot more accessible, but takes away much of what makes the stories Laura's. I have loved to read of the Ingalls family since the age of six, and I still do, but I know that the reason I read them is not only for their adventures, but because of the Laura in every sentence. Please don't let's take Laura from Little House!

Is Little House losing Laura?.......2002-09-27

This story is about Laura and Mary growing up together........1999-02-10

This is a great story about two girls named Mary and Laura they have a 1 year old sister named Carrie. They go to town and get all kinds of stuff they make Carrie a necklace made out of buttons. If I were you I would buy this book now!

Nice version of Little House books for younger readers........1998-02-08

This is a good introduction to the Little House books appropriate for begining chapter book readers. This particular series is for children who are too old for the My First Little House Books, but not quite ready for the orriginals. But in my opionion, there are too many Little House adaptations (My First Little House Books, Little House Board Books, etc.) that are taking the orriginals and chopping them up into little pieces. And this book is rather brief, skipping from one event to another, and using stories from too many different books. But its still a nice story for younger readers.

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The Wilder Sisters
Worth the read
descriptive but falls short
A wonderful, warm Mapson treat
Relaxing and heart warming

The Wilder Sisters
Jo-ann Mapson
Manufacturer: Harper Perennial
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0060931078
Release Date: 2000-06-20

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The Wilder sisters are as different as two sisters can be. Rose, the elder, passed up college to marry her first love, Philip, and has spent the years raising her kids in the small town of Floralee, New Mexico. Lily, on the other hand, shot right out of college and into the high-powered world of medical sales and the heady thrill of having multiple lovers. But now, as Rose is 40 and Lily is 35, the two share the experience of watching their carefully arranged lives fall apart. Struck by the heartlessness of her job and of her boyfriend, Lily returns home to the family horse ranch for a bit of soul-searching--and finds her sister tackling her own inner demons.

Rose, who's struggling to reestablish herself after the death of her husband, Philip, suddenly finds hope and comfort in a growing friendship with her boss, Austin. Although she falls in love with his inner qualities, Austin remains a depressed, alcoholic mess who pines after his ex-wife. As their relationship evolves, Rose fights to maintain her dignity and preserve her independent identity as Austin shuffles through attempts at sobriety and fidelity. Lily, meanwhile, reunites with her former high school flame Tres but fears this will become yet another meaningless affair.

Understanding that "if you gave up on love, all that was left was money and horses," (and fully appreciating the value of good horseflesh), these two throw themselves after love with equal parts inspiring courage and realistic fear. While the simplicity of Mapson's writing style most often complements the purity of this unadorned plot, the substance of the novel remains the interactions of the two sisters. Readers who enjoy the pleasantly puzzling issues of siblinghood will find the dynamics between these two fascinating. --Nancy R.E. O'Brien

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The Wilder sisters fall in love with men when they least expect it—and most need it. Rose, the older, more practical one, is a widow who lives in New Mexico and has two ungrateful kids, a bored dog, and a horse with a bad back. Lily, the younger, more daring sister, lives in Southern California, where she has put her career before everything else—including love. Lily and Rose flee to their parents' ranch, for some emotional detox. But the two haven't spoken in five long years, and spending time togther is the last thing they'd planned on. Nor had either anticipated being so actively pusued by lovestruck men. Readers will be in their corner all the way as they rediscover the bonds of sisterhood and slowly open their hearts to love.

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The Wilder Sisters.......2007-08-24

Fascinating book. Jo-Ann Mapson is a very good author. All her books will hold anyone's attention from beginning to the end.

Worth the read.......2006-09-03

Good book...I didn't like it as much as the other books, but still worth the read. I agree the steriotypes were overdone, that is my one complaint of this book. The characters seemed very polarized. Good dialogue, very nice use of setting and culture. I think the romances were seen a mile away, that doesn't make them less meaningful but the story lacks a little drama because of it. The endings are not predictable though, so that gives it extra merit. Mapson is still one of my favorite authors!

descriptive but falls short.......2004-06-17

The premise reminded me of Gail Godwin's "A Mother and Two Daughters," with two middle-aged sisters reevaluating their life after the death of their father. Unlike that book, however, "The Wilder Sisters" lacks subtlety and depth when it comes to its characters. While appealing, their differences are exaggerated to their point where they almost (but not quite) become stereotypes. While I certainly couldn't begrudge them their ultimate happiness, I couldn't help but wish it revolved a little less around men. This isn't an insult, but I would be very interested in seeing this turned into a Lifetime Channel movie. It seems tailor made for a two-hour TV movie, the kind you can curl up and watch on a rainy weekend with a friend.

A wonderful, warm Mapson treat.......2003-07-12

Having read both Hank and Chloe novels, I was eager to
continue reading Jo-Ann Mapson; The Wilder Sisters was
no disappointment.

The Wilder Sisters are driven, outgoing Lily; and homebody
nurturing Rose, both of whom examine their lives and dreams
as they relate to love and family.

The Rose/Austin situation was interesting if predictable, but
I wasn't too thrilled with Lily's giving up her profession
because of the weaknesses of the doctors involved. I felt she
should have been more of a fighter, as she was with Shep's
right-to-die situation.

The Poppy Wilder character was another fascinating Mapson
creation of the Woman Who Can Have It All. Bravo!

Altogether a wonderful, warm romantic if slightly idealized
slice-of-life.

I especially recommend the audiotaped versions of the novels--
I love the southwestern Hispanic lilt the narrator provides
for her characters.

Relaxing and heart warming.......2001-02-05

I thought this book was very enjoyable. It is about two sisters that are very strong and independant women and their fight to find themselves and the happiness they lack. The book covers the relationship between the two women, their fight to be "friends" again and the struggle of having their hearts broken at the same time. It is so good. I guess because I have a sister that is also my best friend, it was most enjoyable, for the bonding the sisters have is so heart warming. Though they are not always getting along, they still love each other very much and would do almost anything for one another. Though the plot is a little slow, I would not say it is boring, just relaxing. I would recommend this book as a great vacation read, especially to someone that thinks the female bond is an important thing.

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The Martha Years Beyond the Heather Hills
Grisie's Life in Perth
Great Book
More "Martha" and Little House
We Just Can't Get Enough of Little House

Beyond the Heather Hills (Little House)
Melissa Wiley
Manufacturer: HarperTrophy
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0064407152
Release Date: 2003-02-04

Book Description

In this fourth book in the Martha Years series, ten–year–old Martha journeys to the bustling city of Perth to visit her newly married sister Grisie.

This is Martha's first time beyond the familiar heather hills and this city on the River Tay is more exciting than she could have ever imagined!

Ages 8–12

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The Martha Years Beyond the Heather Hills.......2007-06-10

Martha leaves the valley for the first time. She continues to be her spunky self, yet discovers that she's not THE Laird's daughter only that she's A Laird's daughter. It makes her think about whether she's thought of herself as being better than others. In reading these Martha books, you witness a girl who although born into money wants to be looked upon and treated no better or no worse than any other child. She wants to give to, learn from, and mingle with servants, their families, and everyone else in the valley. In this particular book, she's goes to Perth to visit with her sister Grisie. While enjoying her visit with Grisie, she finds it a challenge to deal with the servants and Grisie's father-in-law who don't want her there. She wants to "behave" as she's been told to do, but she also wants them to know that she has her own personality and didn't come 'out of a cookie cutter.' This, as with all of the series, is a Great Story.

Grisie's Life in Perth.......2006-04-15

This book is when Martha leaves the friendly valley for one of the first times in her youthful life, and goes and visits her sister Grisie who now lives in Perth. Grisie is unable to come to the valley for special reasons so Martha goes to Perth to be with her sisters, there is a few interesting and unique situations that happens between Martha, and the servants who live in the Doune House. If you would like to explore more about Grisie's married life, and about the visit with Martha, then you will like this book. This is when she has more or less fully matured.

Great Book.......2003-08-30

Absolutly charming! In this book Martha leaves Glencaraid valley on a visit to Perth where Grisie now lives. In this book Martha grows up some: she now sees life from a more serious perspective and realizes how much she really loves her family. A longing to see the world awakens in her, too. I was surprised to find a married Grisie and very dissapointed that the wedding was not described.And was Grisie pregnant from June to April ? Despite this incongruence and the lack of Grisie's romantic wedding description, the book is a good one, one of my favorites.

More "Martha" and Little House.......2003-07-25

Martha is Laura Ingalls Wilder's great-grandmother and the "Martha series" are the books about her life in Scotland. This one has her beginning to grow up and learn to be a young lady. This is a great series of books, as are the ones that cover her daughter (Charlotte) and granddaughter (Caroline, Laura's mother). Remember these are not written by Laura, so they're different from the original Little House books, but they are excellent little books showing the author's view of how the girls' lives went.

We Just Can't Get Enough of Little House.......2003-07-25

It used to be that people wanted to know "what happened next?" after they read a book. The "Little House" books by Laura Ingalls Wilder have started a new fad: we want to know what happened next AND what happened before. This book is part of the before; Martha is Laura's great grandmother who was born and raised in Scotland. These are great little books. They're not exactly written like the Little House books (there's only one Laura and she was born more than a hundred years ago)but they show life in the times they're written about and they are very enjoyable. If you like Little House, give these a try. This particular one is not the first in the "Martha" series, so be sure and start at the beginning.

My Little House Chapter Book Collection: Animal Adventures, School Days, Pioneer Sisters, the Adventures of Laura & Jack

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excellent for young and older little house fans

My Little House Chapter Book Collection: Animal Adventures, School Days, Pioneer Sisters, the Adventures of Laura & Jack
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Manufacturer: Trophy Pr
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0064494381

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excellent for young and older little house fans.......2000-05-26

My girls ages range from 9 to 3 and they all loved the little house stories, but the best thing was I loved being able to get the three books all in one set and then to get the paperdoll and the poster was just an added bonus. Thanks please make more of these box sets available.

Caroline and Her Sister: Adapted from the Caroline Years Books (Little House Chapter Book)

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A pretty good book
Life before the little house

Caroline and Her Sister: Adapted from the Caroline Years Books (Little House Chapter Book)
Maria D. Wilkes
Manufacturer: HarperCollins Publishers
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Binding: Library Binding

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ASIN: 0060281553

Book Description

Caroline Quiner and her sister Martha are opposites. Caroline is quiet; Martha says whatever comes to mind. But when two rich girls are mean to Martha, guess who stands up for her-- Caroline!

The Caroline Chapter Books are part of an ongoing series of Little House Chapter Books.

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A pretty good book.......2004-02-06

This book tells about six-year-old Caroline Quiner, who would grow up to be Laura Ingalls Wilder's mother. Caroline and her sister, Martha, are opposites. Martha always says whatever comes to mind, but Caroline is very quiet. But when two rich girls are mean to Martha, Caroline is the one to stand up for her!

Life before the little house.......2000-07-03

This book follows a year in the life of six-year-old Caroline who will grow up to be Laura Ingalls Wilder's mother.

I love the Little House on the Prairie Books by Laura Ingalls Wilder and anticipated really enjoying this book. I am left questioning its place. The language is not easier than the original series, but it is about a younger child. I'm not even sure who wrote this book. The author's name does not appear on the jacket. Although Wilkes' name is on the title page, a note on the copyright page says adapted by someone else.

The illustrations try to approximate the original series, but are not quite the same flavor. It's like vanilla ice cream with an artificial sweetener instead of sugar.

You will not be giving a child a shorter Laura Ingalls Wilder book, but if your reader refuses to pick up a longer book, this may be appropriate.

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A Little House Chapter Book: Pioneer Sisters
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Manufacturer: Scholastic
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0590129783

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Paperback Scholastic book with illustrations by Renee Graef. This PBK is an adaptation based on Laura Ingalls' "Little House" novels written for younger children. There are a number of "Little House Chapter Books" of which this is just one.

Frontier Family (Little House Chapter Book)

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Caroline and the Frontier

Frontier Family (Little House Chapter Book)
Maria D. Wilkes
Manufacturer: HarperTrophy
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0064420949
Release Date: 2000-05-02

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Frontier Family

Caroline Quiner and her family work hard on their frontier farm, but they still find time for fun. From making grass dolls to playing tag, Caroline always has the best time with her brothers and sisters!

The Caroline Chapter Books are part of an ongoing series of Little House Chapter Books.

Customer Reviews:

Caroline and the Frontier.......2000-08-06

In the fascinating book Frontier Family Caroline Quiner and her hard working family are running their frontier farm with precision and inbetween the tough work they all still find time for fun.Their days are filled with playing tag to feeding the chickens to studying and sewing.Experience frontier life with this wonderful book called Frontier Family.

4 Titles By Laura Ingalls Wilder - Little House Chapter Books : Animal Adventures School Days The Adventures of Laura and Jack Pioneer Sisters

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4 Titles By Laura Ingalls Wilder - Little House Chapter Books : Animal Adventures School Days The Adventures of Laura and Jack Pioneer Sisters
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Manufacturer: Scholastic
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: B000QH3QXA

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multiple books ship as one item. save on shipping/handling charges.

The Alcestiad - A Life in the Sun - The Drunken Sisters - Franklin Press Leather Bound Limited Edition

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The Alcestiad - A Life in the Sun - The Drunken Sisters - Franklin Press Leather Bound Limited Edition
Thornton ; Maffia, Daniel (Illustrator) Wilder
Manufacturer: The Franklin Library
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Leather Bound
ASIN: B000KFSZV6

The Alcestiad Or, A Life In The Sun. The Drunken Sisters

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The Alcestiad Or, A Life In The Sun. The Drunken Sisters
Thornton Wilder
Manufacturer: The Franklin Library
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000IUWWWQ

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When her parents died, lovely Annie Lash was left alone in old St. Louis--a prize catch for the elderly suitors lined up at her door. But, yearning for a man who could love her completely--and whom she could love in return, Annie refused them all. Then a young frontiersman named Jefferson Merrick offered her the chance to love in a distant settlement. Dreaming of a future by the wide Missouri, she accepted--never realizing that she would have to face hostile Indians, river bandits, and Jefferson's political enemies. Even more dangerous were the storms of her own heart. For the rugged man who dared to tame the wild country around them was now starting to tame the wild Annie Lash.

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Customer Reviews:

Not so good.......2007-07-15

According to the ratings, I thought this book would be better than it actually was. This was my first Dorothy Garlock read. There were some scenes that were good, a handful of nervous, page-turning moments. In all honesty, however, the side characters' romance was much more interesting than Annie Lash's and Jefferson's. The side characters stories were more interesting and more believable. Annie Lash and Jefferson go from not liking each other, and her seeming to actually hate him, to them being madly in love with each other. This happened during one page and I actually went back and reread the page because I felt like "did I miss something here... you two just hated each other, now you're madly in love." Also, the end of the book was just that--it ended. Basically, all the strife going on between the characters was suddenly over. SHe was all upset almost the entire book because Jefferson was going to some trial that was dangerous. Then all of a sudden, he declares that he's not going, they're getting married, he's made the arrangements, and then the book is over. Felt like the author was bored of the book and just wanted to tie it all up and be done. I would not recommend this book.

Not my idea of a romantic hero.......2002-09-08

I have read several of Dorothy Garlock's books and expected this to be an enjoyable read. While Garlock is an entertaining writer and the story is very exciting with all of its twists and turns, I found this particular story very unenjoyable because the hero was such a brute. The hero, Jefferson, is so physically attracted to the heroine that he attempts to rape her fairly early on in the story. Yet all of the "good" characters that Annie trusts seem to think this guy is so wonderful and the author certainly otherwise portrays him as one of the "good" guys. Why would such a strong willed, intelligent heroine fall for a lout who mauled her roughly in the woods and would have successfuly raped her is someone hadn't come along. Usually this is the type of guy the heroine is miraculously saved from by the "good" male lead - she doesn't usually fall in love with him a few chapters down the road. I couldn't finish this book - I just didn't care about such a mean hero enough to find out what happens. This author has written much better books.

Excellent!.......2002-02-23

This has to be one of my favorite Dorothy Garlock stories, outside of the With Hope series. This story is full of exciting twists and turns, with a very spirited and independent female character.

There are two very touching and emotional love stories within these pages, that will keep you intrigued to find out what's happening next. At the conclusion of this story, another romance is developing between Maggie and Light... you'll find them next in the follow-up book, ALMOST EDEN.

Not good.......2001-05-04

I love Dorothy Garlock's books but this one just didn't make it with me. The male character wasn't nice to anyone, especially Annie Lash. The story was disjointed and at times unbelievable. Maybe the 1700's just isn't the time period for me although I did like Wild Sweet Wilderness by the same author.

WOW!!!.......2000-08-03

This book is perhaps the most satisfying, wonderful romance/adventure novel I've ever read. I cried and laughed and . . . finished the book in one day! When I tried to put it down, I couldn't stop thinking about it and just had to keep reading. The depiction of life in the time of Thomas Jefferson seemed so real. The characters were perfect. The plot moves along briskly leaving the reader to constantly speculate on the next turn it will take. If this had been a play, when the last words were uttered, it would have received a standing ovation.

Helen and teacher: The story of Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan Macy (Radcliffe biography series)

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Remarkable women with feet of clay
Informative!
SYMBIOTIC RELATIONSHIP
A landmark biographical story of the human spirit.
The authoritative Bio. on two of America's greatest women

Helen and teacher: The story of Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan Macy (Radcliffe biography series)
Joseph P Lash
Manufacturer: Delacorte Press
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ASIN: 0440036542

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The intimate story of two women whose lives were bound together in a unique relationship marked by genius, dependence, and love. Lash traces Anne Sullivan's early years in a Massachusetts poorhouse, describes her meeting with Helen Keller in Alabama, and goes on to recount the joint events of their lives: Helen's childhood experiences, education at Radcliffe, and work in vaudeville, politics, and for the blind. This definitive biography concludes with Helen's final years without Anne Sullivan Macy.

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Remarkable women with feet of clay.......2003-06-07

This is the best biography about Annie Sullivan and Helen Keller that I have read. Since I was a child I have been fascinated by them and have read everything that I could get my hands on. Lash goes beyond their heroism and describes Annie and Helen as real people with "feet of clay."

He relies heavily on voluminous correspondence to show the many facets of Helen and those in her life. Many of these details are not explained in other biographies. For example, Helen's father tried to shore up his finances with loans (often defaulted) from Helen's patrons. The "Frost King" incident caused many people to doubt Annie's veracity and credibility as a teacher for the rest of her life. Mr.Sandborn and Mr. Anagnos used the controversy to divert attention from Annie's role as Teacher to Helen and to re-focus attention on the role that the Perkins Institute played in her education. Lash also shows that John Macy had a complex relationship (for the good and the bad) with both Annie and with Helen. Helen was a radical Socialist and often risked her popularity and, therefore, their income by speaking out in support of Socialist leaders and causes. In the end the reader sees that Helen and many of those around her did great things, but they were not perfect. Insecurity, jealousy, money and a desire for love and fame caused all of them to act ugly sometimes.

The other point that was never clear to me before, is that Helen and Annie spent their lives marketing themselves in order to generate an income. Helen's father faced a serious financial downturn that prevented him from supporting them from Helen's young womanhood on. Therefore, to continue Helen's formal education and to maintain a home away from Alabama, they had to cultivate sponsors, write publishable material, and earn money speaking at a myriad of functions. In many ways, this was an uncertain life that dictated that they remain in good standing with public opinion at all times.

The other connection that Lash made for me concerns the complexity, the depth and the breadth of Annie and Helen's relationship. Because Annie suffered through a harrowing childhood, she desperately needed to create a loving family. Helen presented the perfect opportunity for Annie to be needed and to love and be loved unconditionally. While some people construed their relationship to be unhealthy or manipulative, it seems that it was a natural outgrowth of their particular situation. Once again, it was not perfect, but it served a huge need for them both.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to see a more realistic view of the lives of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan.

Informative!.......2002-03-06

Informative! It does get a bit long & wordy at times, but it's a fair representation of Helen & Annie's lives. The more I read about Annie Sullivan, the more I like her. I think it was a real shame that Arthur & Kate Keller felt threatened by the close bond Annie had with Helen. I think Arthur & Kate just wanted Helen to be "trained," but not really the free independent spirit she was meant to be. I'm so glad Annie stood by her & helped her become a free person & became a lifelong friend to Helen as well. Annie was very open about whatever failings she'd had & was a warm, loving supportive guide in Helen's life. I get the feeling Helen & Annie had almost a mother-daugher-like bond, which of course practically killed Arthur & Kate. The stupid thing was, the Keller parents wanted to just shift over the responibility to Annie of educating her & getting her to fit into society, yet wanted total control over Helen's life. If anyone was manipulative & controlling, it was Arthur & Kate. Esp. Arthur, I think was really patronizing & downright domineering toward Annie. Kate didn't help matters either & when I read about her attempts to break Helen & Pete up later on & her consent to try to split Helen & Annie up, I really lost respect for Kate. I know I'm slamming Kate & Arthur here, but I see Annie as more of a loving parent figure in Helen's life. I really commend Annie for standing strong against Helen's domineering, manipulative parents. Oh, boy, was that John Macy a real creep! I was sooo glad Annie got away from him; he accused Annie of being "manipulative & controlling" when he was controlling himself! He KNEW Annie & Helen had a tight bond, yet after he married Annie, he started giving poor Annie a hard time about it! What was really contemptable was that John wrote to Kate & others badmouthing Annie behind her back & it's good that the book exposed that clearly. That made me lose respect for John too; sorry, but I have no sympathy for John Macy. I think Annie tried really hard to be a good wife, yet John just criticized her for being too close to Helen. Poor Annie, it was sad reading about her heartbreak. It was touching & kind of reassuring to read that it was Helen who came to Annie's support when Annie couldn't stop crying for several days over John. It was Helen who fired a letter off to John blasting him for badmouthing Annie. I cheered when Helen was the one who helped Annie get back on her feet, esp. since I hear that John cleaned out the Macys' joint account & closed it without Annie's consent & Annie had to struggle to get her career going again. Boy, was it inspiring to read about Annie's heart healing & her getting her writing going again as well as back on her feet financially! I love how Helen & Annie stood by each other all the way & once Polly joined them, stood by them too. Annie's shaky pride suffered a lot of blows in her life, but always she managed to get back on her feet. I always knew Helen was forever grateful to Annie for freeing her from her early wordless prison & helping her get started to an independent free life & Helen showed this gratitude by being the one to take care of Annie when Annie grew old & frail & went permanently blind. It was a touching mother-daugher bond almost...when Helen was young, Annie looked out for her, then the roles reversed; when Annie got older & weaker, Helen was the one to look out for her & it was great that Helen was able to be by her bedside when her mentor & friend died. What was wonderful also was that Annie was a really sweet, accepting person; she had so many problems in her life, yet never sank into self-pity; she even made wry jokes about her blindness & even wrote a self-effacing column "Foolish Remarks From a Foolish Woman." That part cracked me up! Annie was a quick-tempered little thing, but was quick to forgive & had a big heart & I'm glad this book acknowledged that. Even Helen said that Annie was generous "to a fault." But the last best gift Annie gave Helen was the capacity to be completely independent, even from her, so once Annie died, with only a little help from Polly, Helen was able to live a free life, even long after Annie was gone. I say kudos to both Helen Keller & Anne Sullivan!!!!

SYMBIOTIC RELATIONSHIP.......2000-11-13

The lives of Helen Keller and her teacher, Ann Sullivan Macy are eternally intertwined. Helen Keller, blind and deaf since infancy depended on Annie since the age of 6 when the latter was hired to teach her.

This comprehensive, fascinating and completely riviting biography does an excellent job of separating the two women's lives and analyzing each woman in her own right. Helen takes giant steps beyond the water pump where Annie first impressed upon her the concept of language. It is to this author's credit that the reader does not languish at that water pump, but follows these women throughout their lives.

The true symbiosis is fully described when other teachers as well as Helen's own mother Kate, try to separate her from Annie. Feeling that her maternal authority had been usurped, Kate understandably wanted to wean Helen from Annie. Each attempt by any person to effect such a change resulted in disaster. Even Annie's marriage to a gifted editor named John Macy ended in an acrimonious split because he felt Helen took up too large a portion of their lives together. From all accounts, Macy seemed to feel that Annie used the same domineering methods she had used on the child Helen with him. He also described Annie as "manipulative and controlling," which certainly seem like apt descriptions of her approach. Resentful of Helen's constant presence and feeling like an odd member of an equally odd triadic relationship, John retreats further from the marriage.

When Annie dies, Helen is disconsolate; she feels she can't survive without her "Teacher," although she, by that point had been at Annie's side for nearly half a century. A bright, progressive woman named Polly assumes the role of "Teacher," and Helen flourishes under her gentle tutlage and interpretation. Polly is clearly accepting of Helen's challenges and appears to make a sincere effort to see that Helen is fully included in all conversations and activities which she [Polly] is part of. One does not get the sense that Polly is a martyr. One gets the impression that Polly is loyal and determined with no agenda of her own.

Helen's relationship with Polly does appear to be much healthier than her relationship with Annie. This book fully explores Helen's character, her life experiences and the types of relationships she forged in the post-Teacher years with intelligence and sensitivity.

A landmark biographical story of the human spirit........2000-09-08

AFB Press is the publishing arm of the American Foundation For The Blind. Helen And Teacher, written by biographer Joseph P. Lash and published by AFB Press, is a magnificent, 811-page opus that is the most comprehensive work ever done on the unique and moving story of a little blind, deaf and dumb girl, and the dedicated woman who brought her into contact with the world, and with people. The basic story is well known to the general public, the subject of stage plays and movies. But in Helen And Teacher, we are treated in exhaustive, definitive detail to this landmark biographical story of the human spirit. Also highly recommended from AFB Press is their wonderful little gift book, To Love This Life: Quotations By Helen Keller which is also available in an audiobook format.

The authoritative Bio. on two of America's greatest women.......1998-06-08

There is no need to read anything else on Helen Keller or Annie Sullivan Macy, because it is all included in this incredible biography. This in-depth look at these two remarkable women was both readable and throughly informative. Of all my research on Annie Sullivan, I have found nothing that is not mentioned in Mr. Lash's work; he has truly captured her spirit, along with her triumphant pupil.

Adventurers of purse and person, Virginia, 1607-1625

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Adventurers of purse and person, Virginia, 1607-1625
Annie Lash Jester
Manufacturer: Princeton University Press
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ANNIE LASH

Manufacturer: Popular Library
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ASIN: B000H3DN54

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Annie Lash
Dorothy Garlock
Manufacturer: Popular Library
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000O9WPCI

Domestic Life in Virginia in the Seventeenth Century

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Domestic Life in Virginia in the Seventeenth Century
Annie Lash Jester
Manufacturer: University Press Of Virginia
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ASIN: B000VUSHXQ

Domestic Life in Virginia in the Seventeenth Century (Jamestown 350th Anniversary Historical Booklet)

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Domestic Life in Virginia in the Seventeenth Century (Jamestown 350th Anniversary Historical Booklet)
Annie Lash Jester
Manufacturer: Clearfield
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ASIN: 0806345128

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Profusely illustrated, the first half of Mrs. Jester's book lays the groundwork with accounts of the first dwellings at Jamestown, the arrival of women to the colony, living off the land, improvements in supply from England, construction of clapboard houses, typical cargo manifests, and, finally, the appearance of plantation houses. Part II takes an in-depth view of cavalier households, ranging from furniture, utensils, clothing, and jewelry; the status of women, including household servants; and pastimes or traditions such as horse racing, music, drinking habits, travel, and funerals/burials.

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Newport News, Virginia, 1607-1960
Annie (Lash) Jester
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Annie Lash
Garlock
Manufacturer: Time Warner
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000JDKX2I

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Annie Lash

Manufacturer: Popular Library
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ASIN: 9994022059

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