The Heritage of Dedlow Marsh and Other Tales by Bret Harte

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Author Harte, Bret, 1836-1902
Title The Heritage of Dedlow Marsh and Other Tales
Note Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents The heritage of Dedlow Marsh -- A knight-errant of the foot-hills -- A secret of Telegraph Hill -- Captain Jim's friend.
Summary "The Heritage of Dedlow Marsh and Other Tales" by Bret Harte is a collection of short stories likely written in the late 19th century. The opening tale, "The Heritage of Dedlow Marsh," introduces readers to the rugged, marshy landscape of Dedlow Marsh, as well as the central characters, Jim and Maggie Culpepper, siblings navigating their unique life amidst the remnants of their father's peculiar legacy. As they explore this strange environment, themes of familial loyalty, the clash between social classes, and the tensions with government forces become apparent. At the start of the story, we meet Jim and Maggie as they wander through Dedlow Marsh, showcasing their close bond and playful banter. They discuss their father's mysterious past and the nature of their inheritance, which includes a dilapidated home and unsettling community perceptions. As night falls, they encounter the sound of a bugle from the nearby fort, prompting Maggie to express her artistic inclinations through song, while Jim remains practical and protective. The introduction also hints at underlying tensions between their isolated world and the outside forces represented by the fort and government soldiers, establishing a backdrop for the unfolding drama that intertwines their lives with themes of identity, belonging, and resilience in the face of societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Western stories
Subject California -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 2281
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 31, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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