The Sod House.

CASS G. BARNS

Publication: Privately Printed, 1930, Madison

First edition. Cloth, 287pp., frontis, plus 10 illustrations. An interesting narrative of early frontier life in central Nebraska. "Reminiscent historical and biographical sketches featuring Nebraska pioneers, 1867-1897." The book details the hardships faced by ranchers ... its hard, labor-intensive work, the physical toil, the dangers of working with livestock, the constant battle with nature ... the weather, drought, etc., financial difficulties, conflicts with neighboring ranchers, and, at times, tensions with Native American groups or outlaws. A fine copy. Dust jacket has upper 2" of spine cut-away to reveal the gilt-stamped title on the book, and other minor wear to base of spine and corners. A personal narrative ...the intimate story of the settlement and frontier years (1867-1897) of the Nebraska prairie country lying between the Elkhorn and Loup rivers.