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A Waif of the Plains
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781023053761
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 88
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.18 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Experience the rugged spirit of the American West in Bret Harte's A Waif of the Plains, a collection of short stories that capture the essence of frontier life in 19th-century California. Journey alongside pioneers, prospectors, and unforgettable characters as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of the gold rush era.
Harte, a master of local color and humorous storytelling, paints a vivid portrait of overland journeys to the Pacific, exploring the human condition against the backdrop of a rapidly changing landscape. These literary tales, infused with wit and insight, offer a glimpse into a bygone era, reflecting the hopes, dreams, and hardships of those who sought fortune and a new beginning in the West. Rediscover the enduring appeal of these classic Westerns, where humor and hardship intertwine in the heart of the California gold fields.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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