Devil's Ford

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Harte, Bret, 1836-1902

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Devil's Ford" by Bret Harte is a novel penned during the late 19th century, likely set against the backdrop of the California Gold Rush. The story opens in the bustling mining camp of Devil's Ford, characterized by a sudden influx of fortune and excitement among its residents. The narrative introduces a cast of characters, notably the miners who are euphorically adjusting to their newfound wealth, as well as the arrival of Philip Carr and his daughters, who are in search of a fresh start and a more prosperous life. At the start of the novel, the atmosphere in Devil's Ford is one of optimistic anticipation as wealth flows from the earth and dreams of civilization unfold among the miners. Characters like Dick Mattingly and the Kearney brothers engage in humorous discussions about their grand plans for the future, blending childlike exuberance with a rugged frontier spirit. Meanwhile, we also meet the Carr family, whose arrival introduces a contrasting element of gentility and societal expectations. As Christie and Jessie Carr navigate their new environment, they encounter the complexities of their social position, relationships, and the realities of life in a rough mining town-a juxtaposition that sets the stage for the unfolding drama and character development throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-05-14