Missouri

Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison

By Lois Lenski

12 yo girl kidnapped by Seneca Native Americans, based on true story

By Holling C. Holling

Minn, a snapping turtle, travels down the Mississippi River observing people and wildlife, with historical and natural details.

By Ralph Moody

Rider-by-rider portayal of inaugural Pony Express ride, which Moody portrays as a race between east- and west-bound riders.

By Marguerite Higgins

Fictionalized life of John C. Fremont’s wife, daughter of a prominent senator, supporter of her explorer husband, and editor of his field notes.