Windfall
The Prairie Woman Who Lost Her Way and the Great-Granddaughter Who Found Her
The Prairie Woman Who Lost Her Way and the Great-Granddaughter Who Found Her
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⭐⭐⭐ – Pretty cover on this book.
Beneath the windswept North Dakota plains, riches await, but at what cost? This is one of the central questions that Erika Bolstad probes into in Windfall. The author weaves together a story that is both sad and captivating, taking readers on a journey through time as she uncovers more about her great-grandmother Anna, who was committed to an asylum under mysterious circumstances, never to walk free again.
The author has a very engaging voice that makes it easy for readers to get lost in this memoir. While heavy on facts relating to climate change and the oil industry, Windfall never feels preachy or overly academic. The author spent eight years researching and talking to experts - all of which is evident in the book's depth and attention to detail.
Overall, Windfall is an eye-opening read for anyone interested in American history or environmental issues. However, be prepared for a sobering reminder of how greed can have devastating consequences for both individuals and communities.
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