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White, Stewart Edward
1873
1946
Fogarty, Thomas
1873
1938
Fogarty, Thomas J.
Gold
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"Gold" by Stewart Edward White is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows the adventures of an unnamed protagonist who, driven by the allure of wealth and the tales of discovery, chooses to join the California gold rush of 1849. The book captures the spirit of hope, ambition, and the accompanying challenges faced by those drawn to the promise of gold. The opening portion of the novel introduces the narrator’s reflections on his own life and the romantic allure of the gold rush. He describes how the rumors of gold being discovered reached him and his peers, igniting excitement and a thirst for adventure. Interactions among a group of eager but inexperienced gold seekers reveal their various motivations and clearly set up the camaraderie and tensions that will unfold as they embark on their journey westward. The initial chapters present key characters, including Talbot Ward, who emerges as a compelling figure embodying both charisma and athleticism, setting the stage for the collision of dreams and reality in the unforgiving quest for fortune. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Western stories
Gold mines and mining -- Fiction
California -- Fiction
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Category: Historical Novels
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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