The Wedge of Gold by C. C. Goodwin

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Author Goodwin, C. C. (Charles Carroll), 1832-1917
Title The Wedge of Gold
Note Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Wedge of Gold" by C.C. Goodwin is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around two young miners, James Sedgwick and John Browning, who work in the Comstock lode in Nevada as they aspire to achieve wealth and success in the mining industry. Through their journey, themes of friendship, ambition, and the impact of mining on civilization are explored in depth. At the start of the novel, the narrative introduces the historical significance and grandeur of mining, positing that civilization is rooted in humanity's ability to harness mining's vast resources. The characters engage in lively conversations about their prospects as miners while discussing their financial strategies and dreams for the future. The dialogue reveals their camaraderie and hints at their backstories while they work in extreme conditions within the mines. As they express their hopes for future prosperity, the stage is set for their adventures and challenges ahead in pursuit of a better life beyond the mines. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Western stories
Subject Gold mines and mining -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 16861
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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