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Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison

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Lois Lenski
Lois Lenski

Lois Lenski was an American children's literature writer, born on October 14, 1893, and died on September 11, 1974. She is known for her works that depict the life and growth experiences of children in the American Midwest. more

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