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A Waif of the Plains by Bret Harte is a poignant tale set in the American West during the 19th century. The story follows an orphaned child struggling to survive amid the harsh realities of frontier life. Against the backdrop of the Gold Rush era, the protagonist embarks on a perilous pioneer journey through the wilderness, facing immense hardship and adversity. The novel explores themes of survival, fate, and the strength of family bonds, as the young waif seeks connection and safety in a world filled with uncertainty. Harte skillfully weaves adventure and emotion, illustrating the rugged…mehr

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A Waif of the Plains by Bret Harte is a poignant tale set in the American West during the 19th century. The story follows an orphaned child struggling to survive amid the harsh realities of frontier life. Against the backdrop of the Gold Rush era, the protagonist embarks on a perilous pioneer journey through the wilderness, facing immense hardship and adversity. The novel explores themes of survival, fate, and the strength of family bonds, as the young waif seeks connection and safety in a world filled with uncertainty. Harte skillfully weaves adventure and emotion, illustrating the rugged nature of the West while capturing the resilience of the human spirit. Through his evocative storytelling, he brings to life the wild landscapes of California and the challenges faced by those who dared to venture into them. A Waif of the Plains is a heartfelt and gripping addition to Harte's contributions to Western fiction.
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Autorenporträt
The career of one of the prominent authors Bret Harte was quite dynamic as he contributed in various sectors like teaching, working as a miner and later as a journalist. But he was mostly known after he started his literary career, especially for his short and loving stories and poems. Being an American author and poet, he got high recognition after his work exploring the American West during the 19th century. He was born in 1836 in Albany New York and later he moved to California and gained experience which significantly influenced his style of writing. Apart from this book, some of his notable work includes "The Luck of Roaring Camp" an aesthetic short story that's established his reputation as a writer in Western literature. Despite facing a lot of criticism for his work resulted in deviation from his earlier success. However, created long long-lasting impact on people by contributing a heart-warming and aesthetic glimpse of Western culture. Bret Harte's writing style was highly praised for combining humour with a deep connection to human nature.