Anne Ipsen's Books

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Others on Anne Ipsen and her work

“A charming and moving story of conquering one's past, ‘Running Before the Prairie Wind’ is a solid and very recommended read.” Midwest Book Review.

"“An immigrant historical novel at its very best…you will, without a doubt, feel the Prairie Wind when turning the pages.” Susanne Hohlen, The Danish Pioneer.

"Anne Ipsen is an accomplished storyteller."  Anelise Sawkins on Karen from the Mill.

“This is one of my favorite books.” Review of A Child’s Tapestry of War by Sansay, Boston.
News
Watch this page for the latest news about Anne's public appearances
  • In August Anne and "Prairie Wind" will be touring Minnesota for readings and book signings:

Sunday, 8/15 3-5: Nicollet County Historical Society, 500 N Washington Ave, St Peter, MN

Tuesday, 8/17 6:30-8: Rice County Historical Museum, 1814 2nd Ave. Northwest, Faribault, MN

Wednesday, 8/18 2-3: Tyler Library. 230 North Tyler Street, Tyler, MN

Thursday, 8/19 2-4: Lyon County Museum, 114 North Third St., Marshall, MN

Saturday, 8/21 10-12: Lake Benton Library, 112 Benton St W Lake Benton, MN

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  • All Anne Ipsen's books are for sale through this website and some, especially Prairie Wind are in stock at various bookstores and gift shops around the country. For a complete list, select the "Help/FAQ" menu at the top of any page.
 

About the latest Book - in the author's own words

My latest novel, Running before the Prairie Wind, is a sequel to Karen from the Mill. The story takes place in 1890 when Karen and Peter have lived on their southwestern Minnesota homestead for fifteen years. Drawing on my own experience as a Danish-born American and years as a Minnesota resident, I explore the multi-cultural heritage of the immigrant community around Tyler and the tragic history of the Sioux Indians from the nearby Minnesota Valley. My special interest in the problems of adjusting to living in two cultures is reflected not just in the fictional stories of the Larsen family and their Jewish friend Jesse, but in those of their Scandinavian, Irish, and Indian neighbors and the girls that work on Babel Farm.
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