This book is a charming memoir of the author's childhood in a small pioneer community in Oregon in the mid-19th century. It focuses on the role of education in shaping the community's values and aspirations, and it includes vivid descriptions of the log schoolhouse where Butterworth received his early schooling. The book combines historical insight with lively storytelling, and it will appeal to readers of all ages who appreciate the power of education to transform lives.

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