SDHSF History Talk - Allan Carlson on "Giants in the Earth" by O.E. Rolvaag
This is a part of the SDHSF History Talks series. We will watch via Zoom.
Allan Carlson, introduction to O.E. Rolvaag's "Giants in the Earth" will present. Giants in the Earth is the riveting story of a Norwegian family forging a new life amid the harsh, desolate climate of the Dakota Territory. In it, Rlvaag recounts the hardships they endured on the high prairieblizzards, locust storms, poverty, hunger, loneliness, homesickness, and culture shockas well as their simple joys, culminating in a magnificent epic that bridges Norwegian culture and the history of the American dream.
No registration is required. This event is free and is open to the public.
Please let us know of any ADA accommodations needed at least 72 hours before the event.
Date and Time
Tuesday Oct 8, 2024
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CDT
Fees/Admission
Free and open to the public.
Contact Information
Harrisburg Community Library
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