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1937 The Luck Of Roaring Camp by F.B Harte Antique Literature Book Spencer Press

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1937 The Luck Of Roaring Camp by F.B Harte Antique Literature Book Spencer Press

The Luck Of Roaring Camp
By Francis Bret Harte
Published by The Spencer Press: USA 1937

" Francis Bret Harte's The Luck of Roaring Camp and Other Sketches, presented here in a finely produced 1937 Spencer Press edition, is a classic collection of short stories that helped define the literature of the American West. Set against the rugged backdrop of the California Gold Rush, these tales capture the raw humanity, hardship, and unexpected tenderness of frontier life. Harte's writing blends realism with sentiment, offering vivid portraits of miners, outcasts, and drifters whose lives are shaped by chance, survival, and fleeting moments of grace.

The title story, The Luck of Roaring Camp, remains one of Harte's most celebrated works, telling the story of a rough mining camp transformed by the arrival of an orphaned infant. Through this simple yet powerful narrative, Harte explores themes of redemption, community, and the innate capacity for compassion even in the harshest environments. The accompanying sketches further expand this world, presenting a gallery of memorable characters and situations that balance humour, tragedy, and moral reflection.

Elegantly written and rich in atmosphere, this collection stands as a cornerstone of nineteenth-century American storytelling, reflecting both the myth and reality of frontier life. Harte's keen eye for character and his ability to distil complex human emotions into concise, engaging narratives ensure the enduring appeal of these stories. This edition will particularly appeal to collectors of classic American literature, admirers of Western frontier tales, and those interested in the evolution of the short story form."

Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. Lovely inscription from 1939. Pages clean and well presented. A nice copy in very condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 21cm x 15cm x 4cm - 309 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes:
Region: North America
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. Lovely inscription from 1939. Pages clean and well presented. A nice copy in very condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Francis Bret Harte
Publisher: The Spencer Press: USA
Year Printed: 1937
Sub-subject: Bret Harte