... men outside the family; namely, Carl Linstrom. Alexandra is the eldest of four children, and the daughter of a Swedish immigrant who perhaps held unrealistic notions of his ability to tame American land. After his passing, he leaves Alexandra the responsibility of caring for her three younger brothers, Lou, Oscar, and Emil. While ... Alexandra's brothers trivialize her contribution to the prairie, the remaining men in her life seem to respect her. This respect is somewhat of an exception for women, even among her women acquaintances in the novel. Typically, life for women on the prairie...

• Word Count: 702
• Approx Pages: 3
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• Grade Level: High School