Farming on the Oxbow A memoir of an Iowa farm family
Book - 2025
"Farming on the Oxbow" traces an unforgettable journey through the heart of America's agricultural heritage. This intimate memoir follows the remarkable story of George and Virginia Hogue as they cultivate not just the land, but a legacy of resilience that would span generations. Set against the backdrop of the Roaring Twenties, Great Depression, and Dust Bowl, this compelling narrative reveals how one Iowa farm family weathered the most challenging periods of the 20th century through unwavering Methodist faith and steadfast determination. The author masterfully interweaves personal family stories with broader historical context, creating a rich tapestry that illustrates the profound transformations of rural American life.
- Subjects
- Published
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[United States] :
Allan Hogue
[2025]
- Language
- English
- Main Author
- Edition
- First edition
- Physical Description
- 293 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
- ISBN
- 9798227368140
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