Ralph MoodyBiography & Memoir · Young Adult·1898–1982
Little Britches
Little Britches
Ongoing series · 6 booksAbout this series
Ralph Moody's Little Britches series chronicles his youth and coming-of-age in the American West. From his family's move to a Colorado ranch to his experiences working various jobs, these memoirs offer a vivid look at early 20th-century frontier life, focusing on family, hard work, and self-reliance.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the correct reading order for the Little Britches series?
The books are generally read in the order of Ralph Moody's life: Little Britches, Man of the Family, The Home Ranch, Mary Emma & Company, The Fields of Home, and Shaking the Nickel Bush. While each book can stand alone, reading them chronologically provides the full scope of his experiences.
Are the Little Britches books based on a true story?
The Little Britches series is a collection of memoirs, recounting Ralph Moody's real-life experiences growing up in the American West during the early 20th century. They are considered autobiographical accounts of his youth.
Is there a movie or TV adaptation of the Little Britches series?
The first book in the series, "Little Britches: Father and I Were Ranchers," was adapted into a television movie titled "Little Britches" in 1977.