1929. Edna Ferber, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Show Boat and Giant, gives us a ripping good read with Cimarron, the story of wandering Yancey Cravat, a pioneer newspaper editor and lawyer. Cravat settles in Osage, a muddy town thrown together overnight when the Oklahoma territory opens in 1889. To this place he brings his wife Sabra, a woman both conventional and well-bred. Against all odds, Sabra develops a brilliant business sense. She makes a success of the newspaper, a success that ultimately leads her to Congress. Through Sabra's eyes we see the violent frontier collide with resentful Indians, the sodbusters tame the prairie, and the sudden fortune of a lucky few. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.

The basis for the classic film starring Gary Cooper and Ingrid Bergman, Saratoga Trunk unfolds the story of Clio Dulaine, an ambitious Creole beauty who more than meets her match in Clint Maroon, a handsome Texan with a head for business -- and an eye for beautiful young women. Together they do battle with Southern gentry and Eastern society, but in their obsession to acquire all they've ever wanted, they fail to realize they already have all they'll ever need -- each other.

Meet Emma McChesney, the dynamic saleswoman who's taking the early 20th century by storm! "Roast Beef, Medium: The Business Adventures of Emma McChesney" by Edna Ferber serves up a delightful collection of short stories brimming with humor and heartwarming adventure. Step into a world where business acumen meets wit and charm. Follow Emma as she navigates the challenges and triumphs of a woman in the business world, offering a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. These stories, filled with uniquely American characters and situations, showcase Ferber's gift for storytelling and her keen observations of human nature. Experience the enduring appeal of this classic work, meticulously prepared for print republication. Perfect for anyone who enjoys humorous fiction with a touch of historical flavor, "Roast Beef, Medium" is a timeless treasure that will leave you smiling. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.