Willa Cather - "Oh Pioneers!" is a novel, first published in 1913. The story is set in the fictional town of Hanover, Nebraska, at the turn of the 20th century, and follows the life of Alexandra Bergson, the daughter of Swedish immigrants. After her father's death, Alexandra takes charge of the family farm and works tirelessly to transform it into a prosperous enterprise. The novel explores themes of perseverance, the relationship between humans and the land, and the immigrant experience in America. Cather's rich descriptions of the Nebraska landscape and her nuanced portrayal of pioneer life make O Pioneers! a classic of American literature.