Story Abstract

Calamity Jane

told by Kimberly Darata

Story Source Material: Sweet Land of Story: Thirty-six American Tales to Tell, by Pleasant DeSpain. Published by August House, Inc. Retold with the permission of the author and publisher.

Taletype Classification of the Story: Legend

Story Rating: Intermediate-Age Children, Young Adults, Adults

Abstract/Summary:

Legendary resident of Deadwood, South Dakota, Calamity Jane, is up to having a little fun for herself- again. A bit of her history and eventful undertakings in South Dakota are presented, followed by the story of what might be the strangest race ever run. Will Calamity's clever sense of humor prove victorious again?