Publisher's Synopsis

Ma Pettengill is a novel written by Harry Leon Wilson that tells the story of a feisty and independent woman named Ma Pettengill. Ma is a widow who lives on a ranch in California with her two grown children, a son and a daughter. She is a tough and resourceful woman who has managed to keep her ranch running despite financial difficulties and the challenges of raising her children alone.The novel is set in the early 20th century and follows Ma as she deals with a variety of problems, from financial troubles to romantic entanglements. Along the way, she meets a colorful cast of characters, including a wealthy businessman who wants to buy her ranch, a handsome cowboy who catches her eye, and a group of bandits who threaten her livelihood.Despite these challenges, Ma remains determined to keep her ranch and her family together. She is a strong-willed and independent woman who refuses to be pushed around by anyone. Through her struggles and triumphs, Ma emerges as a symbol of resilience and perseverance.Ma Pettengill is a classic novel that has been praised for its vivid characters, engaging plot, and sharp wit. It is a timeless story of a woman who refuses to give up, no matter what life throws her way.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781432655747
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: FIC
Language: English
Number of pages: 328
Weight: 483g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 18mm