The Golden Dream: Adventures in the Far West by R. M. Ballantyne

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Author Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894
Title The Golden Dream: Adventures in the Far West
Note Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The Golden Dream: Adventures in the Far West" by R. M. Ballantyne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Edward Sinton, who is driven by dreams of fortune and excitement brought on by the California gold rush. The narrative opens with an imaginative dream sequence, showcasing a fantastical golden cave and eccentric characters, setting the tone for the adventurous escapades that await Sinton in the wilds of America. At the start of the novel, Ned Sinton experiences an extraordinary dream in which he finds himself in a dazzling cavern made entirely of gold, populated by golden-hued people celebrating California. This strange and vivid dream serves as a prelude to his budding desire to travel to California, fueled by tales of gold and adventure. Upon waking, Ned learns that his uncle means to discuss a significant opportunity regarding his future, as Ned grapples with his ambitions versus the expectations placed upon him. As the opening chapters unfold, the narrative introduces the themes of adventure, the allure of wealth, and the challenges ahead as Ned prepares to embark on his journey to the gold fields. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject California -- Gold discoveries -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Bears -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Hunters -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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