Non-fiction

The Osages: Children of the Middle Waters

The Osages: Children of the Middle Waters

The Osages: Children of the Middle Waters is an account of the Osages, a Siouan tribe once centered in the area now occupied by St. Louis, later on small streams in southwestern Missouri and southeastern Kansas, and then in northeastern Oklahoma. Here is a brief overview of the book and author John Joseph Matthews. Buy Now! Author: John...

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Osage Indian Customs and Myths

Osage Indian Customs and Myths

Siouan peoples who migrated from the Atlantic coastal region and settled in the central portion of North America long before the arrival of Europeans are now known as Osage.  Osage Indian Customs and Myths conveys the richness of Osage beliefs and associated ceremonial practices. Here is a brief overview of the book and author Louis F....

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A History of the Osage People

A History of the Osage People

A History of The Osage People traces 400 years of Osage culture from prehistoric times to the group’s current status as an officially recognized tribe. This rich scholarly work includes information about the period of the 1860s when the Ingalls family moved to the Osage Diminished Reserve and were part of an illegal rush of settlers...

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Little House Books for Readers of All Ages

Little House Books for Readers of All Ages

Little did she know when she was writing her books, but author Laura Ingalls Wilder's writing legacy has fascinated readers of all ages. This specially curated list should help you find the perfect book for your Little House fan, no matter their age.Pre-Reading and Picture Books My First Little House Board Books: The very youngest...

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Books by William Anderson

Books by William Anderson

Author and historian William Anderson was introduced to the Wilder books in elementary school, as were millions of other American children. Today, he is one of the foremost historians of the Ingalls family and his groundbreaking research has resulted in many books, which we have detailed below. Anderson also serves as a director of the...

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The Story of Laura Ingalls Wilder: Biographies of her Life and Times

The Story of Laura Ingalls Wilder: Biographies of her Life and Times

Laura Ingalls Wilder said, “All I have told is true, but it’s not the whole truth.” She was right – her Little House books provide a window into her experiences growing up in the 19th century amid the hardships of the Great Plains. But her life and legacy extend far beyond the books she wrote. Throughout her life, Wilder saved her early...

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Memoirs by the Little House Cast

Memoirs by the Little House Cast

From its first pilot broadcast, the "Little House on the Prairie" TV series has captivated audiences across the world. Fans of the show have helped it to live on, attending conventions and meeting with the stars to talk about their experiences. For their part, several of the cast members have documented their time on the show and their...

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Walnut Grove Hits Home: Prairie Values for the Modern Family

Walnut Grove Hits Home: Prairie Values for the Modern Family

Our articles about recently released books are good resources for readers interested in Laura Ingalls Wilder and Little House on the Prairie. Here is a brief overview of Walnut Grove Hits Home: Prairie Values for the Modern Family by Alicia Hogan Murphy.   Buy Now! Author: Alicia Hogan Murphy Publisher: Bear Manor Media (June 19,...

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The Beautiful Snow

The Beautiful Snow

Our articles about recently released books are good resources for readers interested in Laura Ingalls Wilder and Little House on the Prairie. Here is a brief overview of The Beautiful Snow: The Ingalls Family, The Railroads, and the Hard Winter of 1880-81.   Buy Now! Author: Cindy Wilson Publisher: Beaver's Pond Press (February 7,...

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A Prairie Girl’s Faith: The Spiritual Legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder

A Prairie Girl’s Faith: The Spiritual Legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder

Our articles about recently released books are good resources for readers interested in Laura Ingalls Wilder and Little House on the Prairie. Here is a brief overview of A Prairie Girl’s Faith: The Spiritual Legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder. Buy Now! Author: Stephen W. Hines Publisher: WaterBrook (February 6, 2018) Synopsis: The beloved...

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Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder

Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder

Our articles about recently released books are good resources for readers interested in Laura Ingalls Wilder and Little House on the Prairie. Here is a brief overview of Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder. Buy Now! Author: Caroline Fraser Publisher: Metropolitan Books (November 14, 2017) Synopsis: The first...

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