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A Riverboat Odyssey

A Riverboat Odyssey

By: Solartoys
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Summary
 Life on a 40-acre Minnesota farm in the early 1900s demands grit, faith, and endless toil. For the Hansen family, deep Norwegian roots and grueling daily routines shape everything from working the fields to hauling water through bitter winters. But beneath the surface of this close-knit, God-fearing household, five distinct children are looking toward horizons far beyond the farm's borders—especially young Astrid, whose heart belongs to the river and the massive paddlewheel steamboats docked nearby. When the river calls, where will it lead?Solartoys Drama & Plays
Episodes
  • Episode 15: Saint Paul's Port and Pioneer Letters

    Episode 15: Saint Paul's Port and Pioneer Letters
    10 Nov 2026

    We arrive at the bustling port of Saint Paul, where grand red-brick warehouses and steam-powered cranes line the vibrant upper Mississippi River. Amidst the rhythmic sounds of dockworkers and steamboats, the agricultural might of the region comes alive against a backdrop of towering grain elevators. Stepping aboard the paddlewheel, Astrid gathers the passengers to continue reading intimate family correspondence from the autumn of 1915. These letters reveal the quiet struggles, daily farm life, and enduring connections of those waiting back home. Tune in to experience this immersive chapter of A Riverboat Odyssey.

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    19 min
  • Episode 14: Voyage to Little Falls & Letters from Brainerd

    Episode 14: Voyage to Little Falls & Letters from Brainerd
    6 Nov 2026

    Join us on a scenic journey down the river as we steam from Brainerd to Little Falls, taking in the vibrant wildlife from soaring bald eagles to playful otters. Alongside this serene voyage, we delve into intimate family correspondence spanning late 1914 through 1915. These personal letters reveal the day-to-day triumphs, harsh weather, farm work, and candid reflections of loved ones living in Brainerd. It’s a compelling blend of nature’s quiet majesty and the poignant realities of early 20th-century life.

    LISTEN TO ALL AUDIOBOOK CHAPTERS OF ALL OF MY 43 BOOKS AT:

    https://www.boomlakeproductions.com

    Books: https://www.amazon.com Robert Nerbovig

    Representation and licensing inquiries: solartoys@yahoo.com

    For advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please contact solartoys@yahoo.com
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    16 min
  • Episode 13: Voices from the Homestead - Family Correspondence (1914–1915)

    Episode 13: Voices from the Homestead - Family Correspondence (1914–1915)
    2 Oct 2026

    Step back in time with this intimate collection of early 20th-century letters exchanged between family members on the rural frontier. Follow along as Ma and Pa share candid, unfiltered updates regarding harsh winter conditions, agricultural triumphs and crop failures, and the day-to-day realities of managing livestock from Brainerd to Little Falls. Through heartfelt dispatches rich in local news, weather reports, and enduring family bonds, this audio series offers a vivid window into historical rural life.

    LISTEN TO ALL AUDIOBOOK CHAPTERS OF ALL OF MY 36 BOOKS AT:

    https://www.boomlakeproductions.com/audio/audiobooks.html

    Books: https://www.amazon.com Robert Nerbovig

    Representation and licensing inquiries: solartoys@yahoo.com

    For advertising and sponsorship inquiries, don't hesitate to get in touch with solartoys@yahoo.com
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    16 min
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