Found at Blazing Star by Bret Harte

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Author Harte, Bret, 1836-1902
Title Found at Blazing Star
Note Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger
Summary "Found at Blazing Star" by Bret Harte is a fictional tale written during the late 19th century, reflecting the themes of adventure and romance set against the backdrop of the California Gold Rush. This story centers on a small mining settlement called Blazing Star, capturing the aspirations and superstitions of its inhabitants, particularly in relation to the pursuit of wealth and sentimentality. The narrative follows Cass Beard, a somewhat lazy yet superstitious miner who discovers a mysterious gold ring inscribed with the name "May" that he believes is a sign of luck. As he struggles with feelings of isolation and the affects of this supposed blessing, the plot unfolds dramatically when he encounters a dead man and an inquisitive young girl named Miss Porter who challenges the norms of femininity in their society. Their intertwined fates lead to comedic misunderstandings and eventual revelations surrounding the ring’s origin. Ultimately, the story culminates in unexpected discoveries of both treasure and romantic potential for Cass, providing a rich exploration of character, morality, and the American frontier spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Western stories
Subject American fiction -- 19th century
Subject California -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 2794
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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