Description: The origin of the phrase, May you live in interesting times, has never been clearly established. Some believe that it might have come from an ancient Chinese proverb or curse, but this is not certain. There is no doubt, however, that the phrase was assimilated into American culture during the twentieth century. Claire Luella Haigh Mehn was in many ways a typical (some might say ordinary) American woman who lived in interesting times. Her life nearly spanned the twentieth century, a period of unparalleled changes in her country and the world; from an era of horse-drawn buggies to walking on the moon. In this biography, her daughter Caral Gatchell relates to us the wonder and delight Claire found in every aspect of this evolution. Gatchell also describes the uncertainties and personal challenges of Claire's life, throughout which she maintained a positive spirit, unfailing patriotism, and a devotion to family and civic responsibilities. It is a portrait which illuminates the larger American stories of the times.
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Topic: 20th Century, American History, Middle Class, Women
Format: Paperback
Book Title: The Wonder Full Years
Type: Biography
Subjects: Biographies & True Stories
Author: Caral Gatchell
Publication Year: 2009
123 pages: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
Language: English
Publisher: CreateSpace
