Forty-one Thieves: A Tale of California by Angelo Hall
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| Author | Hall, Angelo, 1868-1922 |
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| Title | Forty-one Thieves: A Tale of California |
| Alternate Title | 41 Thieves: A Tale of California |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Forty-one Thieves: A Tale of California" by Angelo Hall is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story seems to focus on the life of William F. Cummins, whose tragic encounter with highwaymen leads to his murder, sparking a quest for justice among his friends and community. The narrative is set against the backdrop of California during the gold rush era, exploring themes of crime, morality, and human nature. The opening of the novel establishes a somber tone, setting the stage with a poignant epitaph for Cummins, who was slain by robbers near Nevada City. As the tale unfolds, we meet key characters such as the stoic stage-driver Mat Bailey, the romantic young teacher Mamie Slocum, and the determined John Keeler, all of whom are woven into the fabric of Cummins' demise and his legacy. Through their interactions and reflections, the story hints at the lawlessness of California's gold rush, the moral dilemmas faced by individuals within that chaotic society, and the enduring impact of Cummins' life and death on those left behind, ultimately leading to a quest for avengers of his murder. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Robbery -- Fiction |
| Subject | Murder -- Fiction |
| Subject | California -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19695 |
| Release Date | Nov 2, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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