Indians, Cowboys, and Farmers, and the Battle for the Great Plains by Christopher Collier

Indians, Cowboys, and Farmers, and the Battle for the Great Plains

Saddle Up for a Swift Plains Adventure

Narrated byJim Manchester
Length2h09m
Release dateAugust 1, 2013
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.6 (19 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorChristopher Collier
NarratorJim Manchester
Runtime2h09m
PublishedAugust 1, 2013
Rating★★★★☆ 4.6 / 5 (19 ratings)
CategoriesChildren's Audiobooks, History, North America
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Christopher Collier's 'Indians, Cowboys, and Farmers, and the Battle for the Great Plains' is a galloping overview of the American frontier, perfect for young history enthusiasts. Collier, a two-time Newbery Honor winner, skillfully distills complex events into engaging, manageable chunks. Jim Manchester's narration is as steady and reliable as a wagon train, bringing the story to life with just the right touch of frontier twang. This isn't a leisurely riverboat cruise through history; it's a fast-paced stagecoach ride, making it an ideal listen for kids with short attention spans.

Tags: Children's History AudiobooksFrontier LifeGreat Plains HistoryEngaging NarrationShort Attention Span ListensNewbery Honor WinnerAmerican West

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  • Expert narration by Jim Manchester brings every character and scene to life across 2h09m of immersive audio.
  • Highly rated at 4.6 stars by 19 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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As a parent who's struggled to keep my kids engaged with history, I found 'Indians, Cowboys, and Farmers' to be a breath of fresh air. Manchester's narration is spot-on, capturing the spirit of the Old West without feeling like a caricature. He paces the story well, keeping my kids on the edge of their seats. The only critique I have is that some of the Native American perspectives could have been explored a bit more deeply, but overall, this audiobook is a fantastic way to introduce kids to the complexities of the Great Plains' history. The production is clean, with no distracting background noise, allowing the story to take center stage.

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