Publisher's Synopsis
""Three Score Years And Ten, Lifelong Memories Of Fort Snelling, Minnesota: And Other Parts Of The West"" is a memoir written by Charlotte Ouisconsin Van Cleve and published in 1888. The book chronicles Van Cleve's life from her childhood in the early 19th century to her experiences as a pioneer woman in the American West. The title ""Three Score Years And Ten"" refers to the biblical lifespan of 70 years, which Van Cleve had reached at the time of writing. The memoir is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Van Cleve's life. She begins by describing her family's move to Fort Snelling, Minnesota in 1820, where her father was stationed as a US Army officer. Van Cleve vividly recounts her childhood experiences on the frontier, including encounters with Native American tribes, the challenges of living in a harsh climate, and the excitement of frontier life. As Van Cleve grows older, she becomes involved in the community at Fort Snelling and eventually marries a fellow officer, Franklin Steele. Together, they establish a homestead in what is now Minneapolis and raise a family. Van Cleve describes the difficulties of pioneer life, including the struggle to clear land, build a home, and provide for a growing family. Throughout the memoir, Van Cleve also provides insights into the social and political climate of the time. She discusses the impact of the Civil War on the West, the role of women in frontier society, and the changing attitudes towards Native Americans. ""Three Score Years And Ten"" is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a pioneering woman in the American West. Van Cleve's vivid descriptions of her experiences offer a unique perspective on a pivotal period in American history.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.
