Bret Harte - Libros y biografía

America has always had a fascination with the Wild West, and schoolchildren grow up learning about famous Westerners like Wyatt Earp, Buffalo Bill, Wild Bill Hicock, as well as the infamous shootout at...

Bret Harte's 'Tennessee's Partner' is a short story set in the Wild West during the California Gold Rush. Harte's literary style is characterized by his attention to local color, vivid descriptions, and...

At nightfall it began to rain. The wind arose too, and also began to buffet a small, struggling, nondescript figure, creeping along the trail over the rocky upland meadow towards Rylands's rancho. At...

The Argonauts are the gold seekers of 1849 and the years immediately following. These adventurers came from all quarters of the globe and all ranks of society, and they had in common only the possession...

In Bret Harte's 'Snow-Bound at Eagle's,' readers are transported to the harsh and unforgiving winter of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Harte's descriptive and vivid prose brings to life the struggles of...

Bret Harte's 'A Phyllis of the Sierras' is a quintessential example of Western American literature, showcasing the rugged landscapes and independent characters that defined the genre. The book follows...

Bret Harte's 'Condensed Novels: New Burlesques' is a delightful collection of satirical short stories that parody the popular novels of his time. Using wit and humor, Harte cleverly mocks the sentimentality...

Bret Harte's 'Condensed Novels' is a collection of satirical short stories that parody popular novels of the 19th century. Harte cleverly reimagines these stories in a humorous and exaggerated manner,...

Bret Harte's 'The Heir of the McHulishes' is a seminal work in American Western literature, showcasing the author's signature blend of realism and humor. Set in the rugged landscape of the American frontier,...

Bret Harte's 'A Drift from Redwood Camp' is a collection of short stories that paints a vivid picture of life in the American West during the California Gold Rush. Harte's writing style is characterized...

Bret Harte's 'A Sappho of Green Springs' is a captivating collection of short stories that exemplifies Harte's unique Western frontier literary style. Set in the rugged landscapes of California during...

Bret Harte's 'Colonel Starbottle's Client' is a collection of short stories set in the American West, specifically focusing on the adventures of Colonel Culpepper Starbottle, a colorful and larger-than-life...

Bret Harte's 'Complete Poetical Works' is a collection of poems that heavily reflect the author's experiences as a writer in California during the Gold Rush era. Harte's poems capture the rugged landscapes,...

Bret Harte's 'East and West: Poems' is a collection of poetry that explores the themes of the Old West and the rapidly changing landscape of the American East. Harte's use of vivid imagery and realistic...

In Bret Harte's 'From Sand Hill to Pine,' the collection of short stories offers a glimpse into the lives of individuals living in the American West during the 19th century. Harte's prose is characterized...

Bret Harte's 'Gabriel Conroy' is a captivating tale set amidst the rugged backdrop of California during the Gold Rush era. The novel follows the life of the titular character, Gabriel Conroy, as he navigates...

Bret Harte's 'Legends and Tales' is a collection of short stories that embody the spirit and rugged individualism of the American West. Harte's literary style is characterized by his vivid descriptions...

Bret Harte's 'Openings in the Old Trail' captures the essence of the American Wild West through a series of short stories that explore themes of survival, hardship, and the human spirit. Harte's writing...

Bret Harte's 'On the Frontier' is a collection of short stories that vividly captures the rugged and untamed spirit of the American West during the mid-19th century. Harte's literary style, characterized...

In Bret Harte's collection of short stories, 'Mrs. Skagg's Husbands and Other Stories,' readers are transported to the rugged and daring landscape of the American West. Through his vivid storytelling...

Bret Harte's 'Mr. Jack Hamlin's Mediation' is a compelling short story that delves into the complexities of human relationships and moral ambiguity in the Old West. The narrative is told with Harte's...

Bret Harte's 'Stories in Light and Shadow' is a compelling collection of short stories that explore the complexities of human nature, often focusing on themes of morality, justice, and redemption. Harte's...

In Bret Harte's 'Salomy Jane,' readers are transported to the Wild West during the Gold Rush era, where the sinister protagonist Menlo sees his plans thwarted by the spirited and independent Salomy Jane....

Bret Harte's 'Tales of the Argonauts' is a collection of short stories set in the rugged landscape of California during the Gold Rush era. Harte's writing style, known for its vivid descriptions and realistic...

In Bret Harte's 'The Heritage of Dedlow Marsh Captain Jim's Friend', the reader is transported to the rugged California frontier where themes of loyalty, friendship, and the impact of the environment...

Bret Harte's 'The Twins of Table Mountain, and Other Stories' is a collection of short stories set in the American West during the Gold Rush era. Harte's style is characterized by vivid descriptions of...

Bret Harte's "The Heritage of Dedlow Marsh" is a poignant collection of short stories set in the 19th century American West. Known for his vivid descriptions and realistic character portrayals, Harte's...

There was surprise and some disappointment in Rough and Ready when it was known that Dick Spindler intended to give a "Family" Christmas party at his own house. That he should take an early opportunity...

How Santa Claus Came to Simpson's Bar, is universally conceded to rank among Bret Harte's best tales.

Bret Harte's novel, 'Thankful Blossom', offers a vivid portrayal of the struggles faced by a group of pioneers as they navigate the challenges of settling in the untamed American West. Harte's literary...