false http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1183472620m/1422190.jpg 1422190 1 Driven by the promise of prosperity, thousands of men and women traveled west in the mid-1800s. Accompanying them were their children, wide-eyed and excited about the adventures that awaited as they headed toward the setting sun. Little did they know how treacherous and grueling the trip would be. The perils of overland travel forced parents to depend on their children for survival. Girls were called upon to help cook, set up and break camp, supervise younger siblings, or drive the oxen. Even with the endless chores, many pioneer girls found time to record the details of their journeys. Tales of wild river crossings, laments for lost family and friends, and secrets of friendships made along the way complete their personal stories. These young women bring a unique perspective to the great American migration. Each girl's story is different. For some, such as Sallie Hester, the journey west led to new opportunities and a bright future. For others, such as Catherine Sager and her siblings, the trip brought disaster and grief that could never be forgotten. By focusing on the lives of pioneer girls, author Mary Barmeyer O'Brien provides a fascinating addition to the history of the West. Through diary excerpts and O'Brien's descriptive prose, you can join ten girls as they journey Toward the Setting Sun. 1412616 1 10 1999 Toward the Setting Sun: Pioneer Girls Traveling the Overland Trails total:4|5:2|4:1|3:1| 4 17 8 0 0 0 false false Thu Apr 16 20:12:10 -0700 2009 Thu Apr 16 20:12:10 -0700 2009 0 0 false false Mon Nov 24 10:14:23 -0800 2008 Mon Nov 24 10:14:26 -0800 2008 4 0 false false Mon Oct 27 07:09:27 -0700 2008 Mon Oct 20 05:44:15 -0700 2008 Mon Oct 27 07:09:27 -0700 2008 0 0 false false Sun Oct 19 20:14:46 -0700 2008 Sun Oct 19 20:14:56 -0700 2008 0 0 false false Fri Aug 15 04:46:24 -0700 2008 Fri Aug 15 04:46:24 -0700 2008 5 0 false false Fri Aug 01 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Tue Aug 05 09:34:21 -0700 2008 Sat Oct 18 15:51:25 -0700 2008 3 0 false false Sat Jul 19 21:07:23 -0700 2008 Sat Jul 19 21:07:23 -0700 2008 5 0 false false Thu Jul 03 15:04:09 -0700 2008 Thu Jul 03 15:04:09 -0700 2008 http://www.goodreads.com/book_link/follow/8?book_id=1422190