Theses and Dissertations - UTB/UTPA
Date of Award
5-2012
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Department
Creative Writing
First Advisor
Dr. Jean Braithwaite
Second Advisor
Jose Skinner
Third Advisor
Dr. Amy Cummins
Abstract
This work of creative non-fiction seeks to explore my past at the same time as I explore the past of a favorite childhood author, Laura Ingalls Wilder. This exploration took the form of a road trip with my father to visit the sites written about in Laura’s books. I found that Laura’s life appealed to me because it represented an insular security that I felt I needed, and that was why I chose, as a child, to immerse myself in the 1880’s. While finding out what she meant to me then, I also discovered that Laura is an even better role model for me now, as an adult. My recent lifestyle interests in developing a simple sustainable living were bolstered by the example of her life and work as a farm wife and writer. All I need now is a little bit of her pioneering spirit.
Granting Institution
University of Texas-Pan American
Comments
Copyright 2012 Lori Houston. All Rights Reserved.
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