These is My Words

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The Diary of Sarah Agnes Prine, 1881-1901

By Nancy Turner

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Summary

Set in the late 1800s, These is My Words by Nancy Turner follows the journey of Sarah Prine as she navigates the challenges and hardships of frontier life in the Arizona Territories. The narrative, presented through Sarah’s diary, captures her evolving strength, resilience, and pursuit of love and stability amidst trials. This tale offers a rich depiction of a woman's grit and determination in a turbulent era.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to compelling historical stories filled with strong, resilient characters. Set in the Arizona territories during the late 19th century, it follows the transformative journey of a young woman confronting the challenges of pioneer life. This richly detailed narrative offers a blend of adventure, romance, and the perseverance of the human spirit.

These is My Words

Told in diary form, this is an account of an early settler's family in the American West. Snakes, Indians, bears, disease and untold hardship prevail.

The diary of Sarah Prine, pioneer woman, free spirit, and fiction's most lovable character.

Description

These is My Words by Nancy Turner follows the journey of Sarah Agnes Prine, who begins her diary in 1881. Her father decides to move the entire family and their horse ranch from the Arizona Territory to Texas, where they hope life will be easier.

Sarah, at seventeen, is a tomboy who longs to be educated, gracious, and beautiful like other women. However, as the family embarks on the wagon trail and faces a series of rapid disasters, Sarah emerges as their saviour, the one who prevents certain death.

Despite the many challenges that come her way, Sarah remains brave, strong, and determined. She yearns to be loved, like any other woman, and ultimately, she is destined to meet Captain Jack Elliot.

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These is My Words by Nancy Turner receives praise for its vivid portrayal of the Old West and the evolution of its main character, Sarah. Reviewers note that the book's early chapters may feel disjointed, reflecting Sarah's initial inexperience, but as she matures, her writing becomes more eloquent and insightful. The novel's depiction of pioneer life, combined with a powerful love story and strong female protagonist, offers a compelling and authentic narrative that resonates deeply, drawing comparisons to classic American literature.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780340717783

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 April 1999

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Nancy Turner was doing a mature degree at university when she took a sabbatical to write this, her first novel. It is based on the life of her great-grandmother, who single-handedly ran one of the largest ranches in Arizona..