Pete of the Hill: A Memoir by June Morgan
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Pete of the Hill: A Memoir by June Morgan Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

LeAnn L. Morgan (Author), Stacey Milochik (Narrator), LeAnn L Morgan (Publisher)
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In 1866, young Peter O. Peterson Jr., with his parents and siblings sailed the high seas from Sweden to the United States and settled in the Oquawka, Illinois area. Peter, later known as Pete of the Hill, married Emma Polka in 1882, whose German family also lived in Oquawka.

Their life together was told through the eyes of two of Pete and Emma’s daughters, Agnes and Edna, 97 and 91 respectively, in 1983, when June Morgan interviewed her mother and aunt. Poignant, and sometimes humorous, their recollections will take the listener back to the eras when social classes ostracized loved ones and harsh winters had to be waited out. They paint a dismal picture of families barely surviving the Great Depression, and F.D.R.'s astounding "New Deal" that saved the country. Many memories came flooding into the sharp minds of the elderly women as they shared their story.

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  1. Listening Length
    1 hour and 51 minutes
  2. Author
    LeAnn L. Morgan
  3. Narrator
    Stacey Milochik
  4. Audible release date
    May 25, 2023
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    LeAnn L Morgan
  7. ASIN
    B0C6388LWD
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 1 hour and 51 minutes
Author LeAnn L. Morgan
Narrator Stacey Milochik
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date May 25, 2023
Publisher LeAnn L Morgan
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0C6388LWD
Best Sellers Rank #418,896 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#1,376 in Historical Essays (Books)
#2,268 in Historical Biographies (Audible Books & Originals)
#25,304 in History (Audible Books & Originals)

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Amazing Book - Full of Local History
This book is a wonderful story of a family who immigrated from overseas and settled in Illinois. Passed down through three generations, it is a story of the hardships endured during two World Wars and the Great Depression. But it is also a story about the grit and determination of a family who held together through it all and kept their precious memories alive.
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Sarah
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book - Full of Local History
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2021
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This book is a wonderful story of a family who immigrated from overseas and settled in Illinois. Passed down through three generations, it is a story of the hardships endured during two World Wars and the Great Depression. But it is also a story about the grit and determination of a family who held together through it all and kept their precious memories alive.
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Sarah
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book - Full of Local History
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2021
This book is a wonderful story of a family who immigrated from overseas and settled in Illinois. Passed down through three generations, it is a story of the hardships endured during two World Wars and the Great Depression. But it is also a story about the grit and determination of a family who held together through it all and kept their precious memories alive.
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Cheryl A McDonald
5.0 out of 5 stars Generations of one family related in story form
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2020
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This book is a wonderful, quick read. Two aunts return to their childhood home and tell the history of their family. It spans many lifetimes, wars, depression, and all that life has to offer.

This is a book of hopes and dreams, struggles and accomplishments. It is a book that reminds us that no matter what life throws at us, we are capable of overcoming all of it :with faith, hope and the love of family.
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Hannah A.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2021
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I live in the area that this book is based. It's a fantastic book and I loved learning about the area in the late 1800's and early 1900's.
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Donna Smock
5.0 out of 5 stars An American Family
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2011
Two families, one Prussian and one Swedish, sought the American dream and found the rich black soil of western Illinois an ideal place to put down roots. This American family history has reached the seventh generation. The author was passionate about not letting the generations following her forget the personalities and characteristics of their pioneer ancestors. Many touchstones have formed the history of this country such as the wars, The Great Depression, life on the farm, the fashions, the inventions, and many more. Each family was touched or influenced by these changes and has a different story to tell, but the stories connect in a common recollection among many families. There are hundreds of characters and incidents that could have been included in this book but it is short and a comfortable one sitting read that will be enjoyed by many.
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G. Gerard
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful little narrative of family stories
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2011
This book is a loving tribute to a woman who told stories in an authentic and entertaining way. It's clear that June had an understanding of how to tell a story. Her daughter has taken June's writings and put them into a narrative that is authentic, warm and charming. The characterizations of these unique people and their sometimes odd adventures is a fun read. Sometimes tragic, often funny. A sweet light book.
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JB
5.0 out of 5 stars 1st Hand History
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2012
A charming glimpse of rural life at the turn of the 20th century in Henderson County, IL and the surrounding area. Those who know Oquawka, IL may find the setting most familiar. Easy to read.
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A K.
5.0 out of 5 stars The dream of every migrant to lead a happy and comfortable life
Reviewed in India on April 12, 2021
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A heartwarming read of the two aged sisters who visit their childhood and share the story of their family consisting of parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins etc. Their childhood, their trials and tribulations, their dreams , love and respect for each other. They have described their funny moments and difficult times with ease and a reader can easily relate to it. It gives moral lessons and a book worth reading with a cup of coffee or a glass of lemonade. After reading this one can say that a family that lives together , lives life with peace and contentment.
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