In this heartwarming novel, Eleanor Gates offers a portrait of life in rural America at the turn of the 20th century. The Plow-Woman tells the story of a hardworking farm woman who struggles to raise her family and keep her farm running despite numerous hardships. Gates offers a vivid portrayal of the challenges and triumphs of rural life, as well as a glimpse into the changing roles of women in American society. The Plow-Woman is a touching and inspiring read for anyone interested in American history or the struggles of rural life. 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.