Minn of the Mississippi
- 88 pages
- 4 hours of reading
The history of the Mississippi River Valley is told in text and pictures through the adventures of Minn, a snapping turtle, as she travels downstream.
Holling C. Holling dedicated much of his time and interest to making books for children, drawing extensively from firsthand knowledge for his material. His wife, Lucille, collaborated closely with him on many of the illustrations, lending a distinctive artistic partnership to his work. His writing often explored themes of nature and anthropology, informed by his direct experiences and studies. He crafted engaging and visually rich narratives designed to educate and captivate young readers.


The history of the Mississippi River Valley is told in text and pictures through the adventures of Minn, a snapping turtle, as she travels downstream.