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Title: In a Hollow of the Hills
Summary: "In a Hollow of the Hills" by Bret Harte is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story begins with three horsemen journeying through a dark forest, facing a mysterious light in the distance that seems to hold secrets. The dialogue among the characters reflects their apprehension as they navigate the unknown wilderness, with hints that they are seeking something more than just direction—perhaps a silver mine or answers to the mysteries around them. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for an adventurous tale filled with tension and intrigue. It introduces three horsemen: their leader, Uncle Dick, who is skeptical of the supernatural light; Preble Key, the pleasant-voiced youth; and a third close-shaven companion. As they traverse the darkened landscape, their banter reveals camaraderie tempered by uncertainty. A glimpse of a woman's face at a mysterious window adds layers of mystery and foreshadowing, suggesting deeper narratives of loss and pursuit that may unfold throughout the tale. The interplay of adventure and the unknown establishes an engaging premise for readers interested in exploration and the human experience of longing and discovery in a rugged setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Harte, Bret, 1836-1902
EBook No.: 2180
Published: May 1, 2000
Downloads: 117
Language: English
Subject: Western stories
Subject: American fiction -- 19th century
Subject: California -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: In a Hollow of the Hills
Summary: "In a Hollow of the Hills" by Bret Harte is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story begins with three horsemen journeying through a dark forest, facing a mysterious light in the distance that seems to hold secrets. The dialogue among the characters reflects their apprehension as they navigate the unknown wilderness, with hints that they are seeking something more than just direction—perhaps a silver mine or answers to the mysteries around them. The opening portion of the book sets the stage for an adventurous tale filled with tension and intrigue. It introduces three horsemen: their leader, Uncle Dick, who is skeptical of the supernatural light; Preble Key, the pleasant-voiced youth; and a third close-shaven companion. As they traverse the darkened landscape, their banter reveals camaraderie tempered by uncertainty. A glimpse of a woman's face at a mysterious window adds layers of mystery and foreshadowing, suggesting deeper narratives of loss and pursuit that may unfold throughout the tale. The interplay of adventure and the unknown establishes an engaging premise for readers interested in exploration and the human experience of longing and discovery in a rugged setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Harte, Bret, 1836-1902
EBook No.: 2180
Published: May 1, 2000
Downloads: 117
Language: English
Subject: Western stories
Subject: American fiction -- 19th century
Subject: California -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.