Buffalo Gal: A Memoir

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Set against the backdrop of Buffalo, New York during the energy crisis, the narrative explores Laura Pedersen's unconventional childhood amidst her family's struggles with rising costs and personal turmoil. While her parents grapple with survival, Laura embraces a wild lifestyle, engaging in gambling and stock trading. By high school graduation, she becomes the youngest member of the American Stock Exchange and a millionaire by 21. Blending humor with social history, the book captures the vibrant yet tumultuous spirit of her community during a pivotal era.