Old Caravan Days - Catherwood, Mary Hartwell
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Robert Day crept out of the carriage, having with him the oil-cloth apron and a plan. Four long sticks were not hard to find, or to sharpen with his pocket knife, and a few knocks drove them into the soft earth, two on each side of a log near the fire. He then stretched the oil-cloth over the sticks, tying the corners, and had a canopied throne in the midst of this lively camp. A chunk served for a footstool. Bobaday sat upon his log, hearing the rain slide down, and feeling exceedingly snug. His delight came from that wild instinct with which we all turn to arbors and caves, and to unexpected…mehr

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Robert Day crept out of the carriage, having with him the oil-cloth apron and a plan. Four long sticks were not hard to find, or to sharpen with his pocket knife, and a few knocks drove them into the soft earth, two on each side of a log near the fire. He then stretched the oil-cloth over the sticks, tying the corners, and had a canopied throne in the midst of this lively camp. A chunk served for a footstool. Bobaday sat upon his log, hearing the rain slide down, and feeling exceedingly snug. His delight came from that wild instinct with which we all turn to arbors and caves, and to unexpected grapevine bowers deep in the woods; the instinct which makes us love to stand upright inside of hollow sycamore-trees, and pretend that a green tunnel among the hazel or elderberry bushes is the entrance hall of a noble castle.
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Mary Hartwell Cather wood (1847-1902) was an American author known for her historical fiction set in the American Midwest during the pioneer era. ""Old Caravan Days"" is one of her notable works, reflecting her expertise in portraying the adventures and challenges faced by early settlers. Mary Hartwell was born on December 16, 1847, in Luray, Ohio, United States. She received her education at the Conneaut Ladies' Seminary and the Misses Edwards' School in Wooster, Ohio. Literary Themes: Cather wood's writing focused extensively on historical themes, particularly the early American frontier and the lives of pioneers. Her narratives often depicted the struggles, adventures, and triumphs of settlers as they ventured westward. Popular Works: Besides ""Old Caravan Days,"" her other popular works include ""The Romance of Dollard"" (1889), ""The Lady of Fort St. John"" (1891), and ""Old Kaskaskia"" (1893), all of which explore different aspects of early American history and frontier life. Mary Hartwell Cather wood's contributions to American literature lie in her ability to bring historical periods to life through compelling storytelling. Her works provide valuable insights into the pioneer experience and the early history of America, resonating with readers interested in frontier narratives. Mary Hartwell Cather wood's ""Old Caravan Days"" exemplifies her talent for weaving historical accuracy with compelling storytelling, offering readers a glimpse into the challenges and adventures of pioneer life on the American frontier.