Mary Ingalls - The College Years - Paperback
by Marie Tschopp (Author)
At the young age of fourteen, Mary Ingalls suffered an illness, causing her to lose her eyesight. Despite this trauma, Mary-the famous older sister of author Laura Ingalls Wilder, who is best known for her children's book series-led a remarkable life.
Mary Ingalls-the College Years explores the young adult life of the oldest Ingalls sister, following her years spent at the Iowa College for the Blind. Readers learn of the subjects Mary studied, Mary's academic performance, her success after graduation, and the sacrifices the Ingalls family made for their eldest daughter's education. Additionally, readers are introduced to the history, development, and controversy surrounding one of America's earliest schools for the blind.
In this book-decorated with never-before-published archived photos-celebrated storyteller, historical performer, and author Marie Tschopp paints a historically accurate picture of Mary Ingalls's life as a student. Fans of Ingalls Wilder's beloved novels will enjoy this captivating biography that explores the real life of Mary Ingalls.
Marie Tschopp is a professional storyteller, performer, and celebrated author. For more than twenty-five years, Tschopp has performed as Laura Ingalls Wilder throughout the Midwest. As a member of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Legacy and Research Association, Tschopp became inspired to research the life of Mary Ingalls, Laura's older sister, to further educate her audience of Ingalls enthusiasts.
Marie is a lifelong midwesterner and is married with two adult children, a daughter-in-law, and one rambunctious granddog.
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