A Millionaire of Rough-and-Ready
Exploring wealth, power, and sacrifice in the California Gold Rush eraBy Bret Harte
Length1h 22m
About this audiobook
In "A Millionaire of Rough-and-Ready," Bret Harte delivers a vivid tapestry of life during the California Gold Rush, showcasing his signature blend of humor and realism. Set in the mining town of Rough-and-Ready, Harte crafts a compelling narrative that examines social class, wealth, and human relationships through the lens of his richly drawn characters. The novella incorporates elements of local color and irony, capturing the idiosyncrasies of frontier life while simultaneously critiquing the American dream's attainability and discontentment among those who seek fortune. Bret Harte, a crucial figure in 19th-century American literature, was deeply influenced by his own experiences in California. Having lived in the midst of the Gold Rush, Harte's firsthand encounters with miners and settlers provided him with a profound understanding of their struggles and aspirations. His prowess as a storyteller earned him national acclaim, and he adeptly used humor and poignant observation to explore broader themes of morality and ambition within American society. Readers who indulge in this novella will find themselves immersed in the complexities of human nature and the contradictions of wealth. Harte's sharp wit, along with his keen observations, make this a must-read for those interested in the social landscape of America during a transformative era.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, General Fiction
Length1 hr 22 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER IV
2CHAPTER V
3CHAPTER VI
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MarujaBret Harte3h$2 · $0.00
A First Family of TasajaraBret Harte5h 15m$1 · $0.00
Legends and TalesBret Harte1h 49m$2 · $0.00
Frontier StoriesBret Harte15h 45m$2 · $0.00
Urban SketchesBret Harte2h 54m$2 · $0.00
A Drift from Redwood CampBret Harte1h 31m$2 · $0.00
Openings in the Old TrailBret Harte6h 36m$2 · $0.00
Under the RedwoodsBret Harte6h 52m$2 · $0.00
Dickens in CampBret Harte12m$2 · $0.00
Trent's Trust, and Other StoriesBret Harte8h 11m$1 · $0.00
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Young Robin GrayBret Harte1h 37m$2 · $0.00
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Gabriel ConroyBret Harte14h 2m$2 · $0.00
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A Phyllis of the SierrasBret Harte1h 28m$2 · $0.00
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Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m$23
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