Lonesome Dreamer: The Life of John G. Neihardt (paperback)

This is the first biography of Neihardt in nearly 40 years. The author describes Neihardt’s life from his humble beginnings in Illinois, to being named poet laureate of Nebraska in 1921, to his appearance on the Dick Cavett Show at the age of 90. Offering insight into both his personal and his literary life, this biography reaffirms Neihardt’s place in American literary history, his successes and failures, and his unbreakable spirit.