Spring Came On Forever Author:Bess Streeter Aldrich In the direct tradition of "A Lantern in Her Hand" this sweeping and inspiring novel of American life deals with the settlement of the West, running from pioneer days in the l860's down to the present time. Amalia Stoltz, its heroine, like Abbiie Deal of the "Lantern"is the brave and steadfast farm woman who helps menfolk conquer the land.