The Bell-Ringer of Angel's, and Other Stories by Bret Harte

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Author Harte, Bret, 1836-1902
Title The Bell-Ringer of Angel's, and Other Stories
Note Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The bell-ringer of Angel's -- Johnnyboy -- Young Robin Gray -- The sheriff of Siskyou -- A rose of Glenbogie -- The mystery of the hacienda -- Chu chu -- My first book
Credits Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger
Summary "The Bell-Ringer of Angel's and Other Stories" by Bret Harte is a collection of short stories likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of life in the American West, focusing on the diverse characters and their interactions in a frontier society. The opening tale introduces Alexander McGee, known as the Bell-Ringer, who lives in a peaceful promontory alongside his wife, Mrs. McGee. Their lives become intertwined with two brothers, the Waynes, who discover a rich gold deposit that transforms their little settlement. The opening of the first story begins by describing a serene spot by the North Fork of the Stanislaus River, contrasting its tranquility with the untamed nature of the surrounding Sierras. McGee's expert marksmanship affords him a certain respect and protection in this wilderness. As the plot unfolds, tensions arise with the encroaching prosperity of the Waynes and the curious, playful interactions between Mrs. McGee and Madison Wayne. Their conversations reveal past connections and unacknowledged feelings, hinting at underlying complications as their lives intersect against the backdrop of a changing world driven by greed and ambition. The narrative is rich in detail, capturing the essence of human relationships and societal dynamics in a burgeoning settlement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Western stories
Subject American fiction -- 19th century
Category Text
EBook-No. 2676
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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