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Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West

Dorothy Wickenden
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Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2011

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Dorothy Wickenden

Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Western

Travel Literature

Biography
Setting

Colorado • 1910s

Topic
World History

Women`s Studies

US History
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West by Dorothy Wickenden chronicles the journey of two young women from society backgrounds who travel to Colorado in 1916 to become teachers. This narrative explores their adventures and the challenges they face while adapting to life on the rural frontier, highlighting themes of resilience and transformation.

Adventurous

Inspirational

Informative

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

3.8

7,627 ratings

52%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dorothy Wickenden's Nothing Daunted receives praise for its compelling narrative and rich historical detail, providing insight into early 20th-century frontier life. Critics commend the engaging portrayal of two pioneering women. However, some feel the pacing drags in parts. Overall, it's celebrated as an enlightening, well-researched account of adventure and education.

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Who Should Read Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West?

Readers who enjoy Nothing Daunted by Dorothy Wickenden are likely history or biography enthusiasts, interested in women's adventures and early 20th-century America. Fans of The Greater Journey by David McCullough or The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown may find it similarly appealing.

3.8

7,627 ratings

52%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Western

Travel Literature

Biography
Setting

Colorado • 1910s

Topic
World History

Women`s Studies

US History
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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