Bret Harte

Gabriel Conroy (eBook, ePUB)

Love, Betrayal, and Survival in Gold Rush California

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Gabriel Conroy," Bret Harte weaves a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of the California Gold Rush, exploring themes of ambition, identity, and moral ambiguity. Harte employs a rich, descriptive literary style, marked by his characteristic use of regional dialects and vivid imagery, which serves to immerse the reader in the rugged landscape and complex social dynamics of 19th-century frontier life. The novel's nuanced characterizations and intricate plot development reflect Harte'Äôs keen observation of human nature, while simultaneously addressing broader societal questions about wealth and ethics during this transformative period in American history. Bret Harte, a pivotal figure in American literature, is known for his ability to capture the spirit of the West through storytelling. His experiences in California, coupled with his background in journalism and acute social commentary, deeply influenced his writing. "Gabriel Conroy" emerges from a period in which Harte sought to reconcile his observations on the moral landscape of American society with the inescapable allure of gold fever and the conflicting ambitions of its people. This novel is highly recommended for readers interested in American literary history, as it offers profound insights into the cultural and ethical complexities of the era. Harte's masterful storytelling and intricate character development ensure that "Gabriel Conroy" remains a resonant exploration of the human condition amidst the challenges of an evolving society.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 450
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664609311
• Artikelnr.: 58500652

Autorenporträt

Francis Bret Harte (1836 - 1902) was an American short story writer and poet, best remembered for his short fiction featuring miners, gamblers and other romantic figures of the California Gold Rush. In a career spanning more than four decades, he wrote poetry, fiction, plays, lectures, book reviews, editorials and magazine sketches in addition to fiction. As he moved from California to the eastern U.S. to Europe, he incorporated new subjects and characters into his stories but his Gold Rush tales have been most often reprinted, adapted and admired.