Season 6 · Episode 11

Author! Author!

Season
Season 6
Episode
11 (123 overall)
First aired
November 26, 1979
Network
NBC

Who’s in it: Charles IngallsCaroline IngallsMary

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What happens

After Caroline's mother dies, her stepfather Frederick decides to write his autobiography. Charles tries to help him find a publisher.

Meanwhile, Mary gives birth to a baby boy. A story about family and legacy. Charles believes the old man's life story is worth telling and does what he can to get it into print. The episode also brings a new baby into the family, making Charles and Caroline grandparents.

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