The Life of Bret Harte, with Some Account of the California Pioneers by Merwin
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"The Life of Bret Harte, with Some Account of the California Pioneers" by Henry Childs Merwin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides an insightful examination of the life and literary career of Bret Harte, alongside a portrayal of the California pioneers who influenced his work. It delves into Harte's ancestry, upbringing, and various experiences throughout California’s Gold Rush era, highlighting the environment that shaped his
significant contributions to American literature. The opening of the biography sets the stage by detailing Bret Harte's ancestry and early life. Harte, born in New York, is described in terms of his lineage, physical appearance, and personality traits that would later inform his writing. The narrative expresses how his family background, particularly his mixed heritage and the struggles of his father, shaped his perspective. As the text progresses, Harte’s formative years are juxtaposed with the dynamic and adventurous life of the California pioneers, suggesting a complex interplay between his personal narrative and the broader historical context of 19th-century America. This foundation prepares the reader for a deeper exploration of how Harte’s experiences influenced his literary works and legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Merwin, Henry Childs, 1853-1929 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 67023887 |
| Title | The Life of Bret Harte, with Some Account of the California Pioneers |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Harte, Bret, 1836-1902 |
| Subject | Frontier and pioneer life -- California |
| Subject | Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Western stories -- Authorship |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34940 |
| Release Date | Jan 13, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 862 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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