Way Back explores life on the Great Plains, where women were essential to farm survival, handling both household chores and outdoor work alongside the men.

In the early days of settlement, farm women worked the fields to ensure family survival, but over time their roles evolved to focus more on home management.

Despite the image of isolation, rural families on the plains created a rich social life, with community events combining work, food, and entertainment.

Women’s contributions to farming extended beyond the home, as they played vital roles in ensuring the survival and success of their families in the harsh plains.

In Way Back, the hardships and rewards of early farm life are vividly portrayed, showing the resilience and strength of the women who helped build the prairies.

The comic captures the evolving roles of women in the Great Plains, highlighting their crucial impact on family survival and the rich social lives of rural communities.