In A Ward of the Golden Gate, Bret Harte weaves a tale of mystery, romance, and intrigue set in late 19th-century California. The story follows a young heir who, while navigating the complications of his newfound fortune, becomes entangled in a web of deceit, legal battles, and unexpected alliances. Harte's vivid portrayal of San Francisco's society, coupled with the hero's search for justice and belonging, makes this novel a captivating exploration of loyalty, trust, and redemption.
In A Ward of the Golden Gate, Bret Harte weaves a tale of mystery, romance, and intrigue set in late 19th-century California. The story follows a young heir who, while navigating the complications of his newfound fortune, becomes entangled in a web of deceit, legal battles, and unexpected alliances. Harte's vivid portrayal of San Francisco's society, coupled with the hero's search for justice and belonging, makes this novel a captivating exploration of loyalty, trust, and redemption.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Bret Harte was an American writer and poet, renowned for his short stories about the California Gold Rush, often featuring miners, gamblers, and other colorful figures of the time. His literary career spanned more than forty years, during which he produced not only short stories but also poetry, plays, book reviews, editorials, and magazine sketches. Born on August 25, 1836, in Albany, New York, he was the son of Elizabeth Ostrander and Henry Harte. Harte's works helped shape American literature, particularly through his vivid portrayal of life during the Gold Rush era. In 1862, he married Anna Griswold, and together they had four children: Griswold, Ethel, Francis King, and Jessamy. Harte's writing brought him widespread recognition, though he spent much of his later life in Europe. He passed away on May 5, 1902, in London at the age of 65. Known for his ability to capture the spirit of the American West, his legacy continues to influence writers exploring the complexities of the frontier experience.
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