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035			_a(OCoLC)1440192255
092			_aPETERSON B. _bW519
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245	0	0	_aWest of the wide Missouri : _bthe life, story & work of Beatrice Marion Peterson - journalist, activist, politician / _ccompiled by Debra Peterson Mundt.
246	0	0	_aLife, story & work of Beatrice Marion Peterson - journalist, activist, politician
260			_aNorth Liberty, Iowa : _bBig Fox Publishing, _c2024
300			_axvii, 273 pages : _billustrations ; _c28 cm
520			_a"West of the Wide Missouri" is a captivating journey through the heartland of America, as seen through the keen eyes of award-winning journalist Bea Peterson. From the icy grip of North Dakota winters to the vibrant community life on the prairie, Peterson's human interest columns paint a vivid portrait of life in the region from the 1950s to the 1980s. Through interviews with early pioneers like Katherine Pelissier, Merle Aus, and Ben Bird, and many others, readers are transported to a time when the land was untamed and dreams were as vast as the prairie itself. From the dusty trails of cattle drives, Custer Trail Ranch, and The Badlands Boot and Saddle Club, to the tranquil banks of the Little Missouri River, each story is a testament to the resilience and spirit of the people who called this rugged landscape home. But Peterson's work extends beyond mere storytelling. As she tirelessly advocates for women's equality, mental health awareness, and environmental conservation, her articles become a rallying cry for change. Bea's legacy is as enduring as the land she so passionately writes about. "West of the Wide Missouri" is more than just a collection of articles--it's a celebration of the American spirit and a tribute to the power of storytelling to inspire change.
600	1	0	_aPeterson, Beatrice Marion _vBiography.
650		0	_aJournalists _vBiography. _9102439
650		0	_aPoliticians _vBiography.
651		0	_aNorth Dakota _vBiography. _918686
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