Log Cabin in the Woods: A True Story about a Pioneer Boy

by Joanne Landers Henry, Joyce Audy Zarins (Illustrations)

Children's Book

Genres: History

60 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1988

About the author

Though now a resident of Western New York, I was born in Indianapolis and grew up there. After graduating from the University of Rochester, I returned to Indianapolis and worked for the Bobbs-Merrill Company, publishers, later becoming its children's book editor. Though I have written six biographies for children, Indiana history became my favorite subject and the subject of two of my more recent titles—Log Cabin in the Woods and A Clearing in the Forest. I have two grown children, Katherine and David Henry.

Reviews

[Chelsea]

I wish this book had been longer! There were so many things I learned regarding life back in the pioneer days. I loved reading about Indianapolis and what it was like back in the early 1800s. It's amazing how much things have changed since Ollie was a boy growing up in the woods of central Indiana.

[Zadie]

This was a interesting historical story that I read for school. I would recomend this for anyone who wants a detailed history of the early 19th century and late 18th century life in Indaina.

[Katie Klein]

This book has wonderful historical information but without the heart of character that a book like the Little House series has.

[Dulci]

Really enjoyed this book, not only for the peak into pioneer living, but also appreciated the character of the main boy in the story. He was very responsible, doing his work with a right attitude, not shirking. That it's a true story just makes it even better.

[Cindy]

For those who love the "Little House" book series.