A Protegee of Jack Hamlin's, and Other Stories (eBook)

Bret Harte (Autor)

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2022
137 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654736395-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Protegee of Jack Hamlin's, and Other Stories," Bret Harte presents a collection of narratives imbued with the distinct flavor of the American West during the late 19th century. Characterized by vivid depictions and incisive character studies, the stories explore themes of morality, deception, and the complexities of social interactions against the backdrop of frontier life. Harte's use of regional dialect and rich imagery invites readers into the unique cultural tapestry of California, offering both humor and poignant commentary on the human condition. Each tale deftly balances the rugged individualism of the era with deeper emotional truths, making this collection a resonant piece of American literary heritage, reflective of the local color movement of its time. Bret Harte, born in 1836, was a pivotal figure in the American literary scene, known for his stories set in the mining camps of California. His early experiences in the tumultuous Gold Rush era endowed him with a profound understanding of the diverse characters who inhabited this landscape. Harte's ability to capture the spirit of the West, along with his sharp observations on human nature, stems from his life experiences as a journalist, editor, and writer, cementing his role as a chronicler of American life. This collection is highly recommended for readers interested in American literature and the evolution of storytelling. Harte's skillful blend of humor and pathos not only captures the essence of a bygone era but also speaks to universal themes that continue to resonate today. "A Protegee of Jack Hamlin's, and Other Stories" serves as a vital lens through which to examine the complexities of human experience set against the backdrop of the expansive American West.

Autor

Bret Harte (1836–1902) was an American author and poet, best remembered for his short fiction featuring characters and life in the California Gold Rush era. With a masterful grasp of colloquial speech and a pioneer of regional literature, Harte's keen portrayal of early Californian life contributed to the genre's popularity (Nissen, 1966). He was born in Albany, New York and moved to California in the 1850s, immersing himself in the burgeoning frontier life that would shape his literary career. Harte's notable works include 'The Luck of Roaring Camp' (1868) and 'The Outcasts of Poker Flat' (1869), which won him national acclaim for their narrative complexity and emotional depth. His book 'A Protegee of Jack Hamlin's, and Other Stories' (1894) further showcases his adept storytelling and nuanced depiction of western culture and characters. Harte's work significantly impacted later authors who explored regional and frontier themes and his literary style is considered a forerunner to the 'local color' movement that emerged in American literature towards the late 19th century (Hansen, 1962). Despite later financial and critical struggles, Bret Harte's influence on the American literary canvas persists in the richness of his characterizations and the vivid backdrop of his Gold Rush narratives.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Literaturwissenschaft
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th Century American Literature • 19th century American prose • 19th century literature • American Fiction • American Literature • American West • American western fiction • American West Tales • Bret Harte short stories • California Gold Rush tales • California setting • Character-driven narratives • classic American storytelling • Complex character studies • frontier culture insights • frontier life • gold rush era • Gold Rush narratives • historical fiction • Historical short story collections • Jack Hamlin character • literary fiction anthologies • Literary Realism • Local color stories • Mark Twain • moral dilemmas fiction • old west adventures • public domain classics • realistic storytelling style • Short Stories • Short story writing • vivid landscape descriptions • Western historical fiction • western stories