The Diary Of Charles Hazelrigg

by Angie Debo

The Diary of Charles Hazelrigg is a historical non-fiction book written by Angie Debo. The book is a compilation of diary entries written by Charles Hazelrigg, a young man who lived in Oklahoma during the late 1800s and early 1900s. The diary provides a unique and personal perspective on life in Oklahoma during this time period, including the challenges faced by settlers, the impact of the oil industry, and the struggles of Native American communities.Throughout the diary, Hazelrigg recounts his experiences as a farmer, rancher, and businessman, as well as his interactions with various members of his community. He also discusses his personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, his romantic interests, and his spiritual beliefs.Debo's book provides historical context and analysis to help readers understand the significance of Hazelrigg's diary. She explores the social, economic, and political factors that shaped life in Oklahoma during this time period, and highlights the ways in which Hazelrigg's experiences reflect broader trends and issues.Overall, The Diary of Charles Hazelrigg offers a fascinating glimpse into life in Oklahoma during the late 1800s and early 1900s, and provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by those who lived in this rapidly changing region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

168 pages, Paperback

Published September 10, 2010

About the author

Born in Beattie, Kansas, where her parents, Edward P. and Lina Cooper Debo, were homesteaders, Angle Debo liked to observe that her birth date coincided with the closing of the American frontier. She spent a lifetime examining the historical implications of that settlement for Native American Indians…

Debo was the author of numerous books and essays; salient works in addition to those listed in the text include her MA thesis, "The Historical Background of the American Policy of Isolation," Smith College Studies in History 9 (April-July 1924), pp. 71-165; The Five Civilized Tribes: Report on Social and Economic Conditions (1951); Geronimo: The Man, His Time, His Place (1976); and Oklahoma: A Guide to the Sooner State (1941), edited with John M. Oskison.

References

Fitzpatrick, E. (2004). DEBO, Angie Elbertha. Notable American Women, A Biographical Dictionary: Completing The Twentieth Century (Vol.5), 158.