Frontier Stories - format ePub

In "East and West: Poems," Bret Harte presents a compelling collection that explores the stark contrasts and cultural landscapes of America in the late 19th century. Through a masterful blend of lyrical...

In "Clarence," Bret Harte crafts a poignant tale infused with his characteristic wit and keen observation of the American frontier experience. Set against the backdrop of California'Äôs Gold Rush, the...

In "Openings in the Old Trail," Bret Harte presents a captivating exploration of American frontier life during the turbulent years of the Gold Rush. Harte's literary style reflects an intricate blend...

In "The Bell-Ringer of Angel's, and Other Stories," Bret Harte showcases his mastery of regionalism and character-driven narratives, offering readers a vivid exploration of life in California's Gold Rush...

In "Drift from Two Shores," Bret Harte presents a collection of short stories that delve into the complexities of life in the American West during the late 19th century. Marked by his signature blend...

In "Thankful Blossom," Bret Harte masterfully weaves a narrative that reflects the complexities of life in the American West during the 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the Gold Rush, this collection...

A Sappho of Green Springs is a finely crafted novella by Bret Harte that captures the essence of life in the American West during the late 19th century. Written with Harte's characteristic humor and vivid...

In "On the Frontier," Bret Harte deftly captures the rugged essence of the American West during the Gold Rush era, exploring the lives of characters who navigate the tumultuous intersections of aspiration...

In "Under the Redwoods," Bret Harte transports readers to the rugged frontier of California, where the majestic redwood trees stand as silent witnesses to human struggle and resilience. This collection...

In "The Argonauts of North Liberty," Bret Harte crafts a vivid narrative steeped in the Gold Rush-era American West, encapsulating the spirit of adventure and the complexities of human nature during a...

In "Tales of Trail and Town," Bret Harte masterfully weaves a collection of short stories that capture the vibrant tapestry of life during the California Gold Rush era. With a keen ear for dialect and...

In "Stories in Light and Shadow," Bret Harte masterfully weaves a tapestry of tales that epitomize the essence of Americana in the late 19th century. The collection showcases his distinctive literary...

In "Salomy Jane," Bret Harte crafts a captivating tale set against the rugged backdrop of the American West during the Gold Rush era. The novella blends elements of romance and realism, showcasing Harte's...

In "Condensed Novels," Bret Harte presents a masterful collection of satirical stories that parody the conventions of contemporary literature, particularly the sprawling novels of his time. His unique...

In "Urban Sketches," Bret Harte masterfully captures the essence of American urban life in the late 19th century through a series of vivid and poignant narratives. Blending realism with a keen observational...

Depuis quelques instants, dans le silence absolu et l’obscurité profonde, la messagerie des Sierras gravissait la pente conduisant au sommet de la montagne. La masse opaque et confuse de la voiture, se...

A l’endroit où la Sierra-Nevada commence à s’abaisser en ondulations plus douces, où les rivières deviennent moins rapides et moins jaunes, sur la pente d’une grande montagne rouge, se dresse « Smith’s...

Eh bien, il va falloir se faire une raison : l’Américain-type, ça n’existe pas ! Tant pis pour la belle ordonnance des idées toutes faites ; d’un Américain à l’autre, le caractère, les mœurs, la stature...

When the gambler, John Oakhurst, senses that he may have outstayed his welcome in the mining camp of Poker Flat, he sets off to find pastures new. Accompanied by the local drunk, Uncle Billy, and two...

In "In the Carquinez Woods," Bret Harte weaves a rich tapestry of life in California's rugged landscape during the Gold Rush era. His signature regionalism shines through in the vivid descriptions of...

Bret Harte's 'In the Carquinez Woods' masterfully captures the rugged beauty and the complex human experiences of the American West during the 19th century. Through a series of interconnected narratives,...

In "Two Men of Sandy Bar," Bret Harte crafts an engaging narrative set during the California Gold Rush, exploring themes of friendship, loyalty, and the complexities of human nature amid rugged landscapes....

In "A Phyllis of the Sierras," Bret Harte masterfully weaves a narrative that captures the essence of life in the American West during the Gold Rush era. This novella combines elements of romance, adventure,...

In "A Protegee of Jack Hamlin's, and Other Stories," Bret Harte presents a collection of narratives imbued with the distinct flavor of the American West during the late 19th century. Characterized by...

In "Two Men of Sandy Bar," Bret Harte masterfully captures the rugged essence of the American West during the Gold Rush era. This novella, characterized by its vivid imagery and sharp dialogue, employs...

In "Maruja," Bret Harte weaves a vibrant tapestry of life in the American West, capturing the essence of its rugged terrain and the complex web of human relationships that thrive within it. Through Harte's...

In "Sally Dows," Bret Harte masterfully weaves a poignant narrative set against the backdrop of the American West during the Gold Rush era. The novella presents a vivid portrait of frontier life through...

In "The Twins of Table Mountain, and Other Stories," Bret Harte artfully weaves a collection of tales that encapsulate the rugged beauty and tumultuous spirit of the American West during the Gold Rush...

In "Devil's Ford," Bret Harte masterfully weaves a tale set in the rugged backdrop of the American West, reflecting the complexities of life on the frontier. The narrative, imbued with his signature regionalism,...

In "A Millionaire of Rough-and-Ready," Bret Harte delivers a vivid tapestry of life during the California Gold Rush, showcasing his signature blend of humor and realism. Set in the mining town of Rough-and-Ready,...

‘Addictive. A first-class page-turner.’ Lisa Hall, author of Between You and Me Can the past ever be forgotten? As soon as nurse Maura Lyle sets foot inside the foreboding Essen Grange,...

THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP BESTSELLER#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZELONGLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE'An utterly mesmerising novel..I absolutely loved this book' Bernardine Evaristo,...

WINNER OF THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST ALL-TIME SERIES The Foundation series is Isaac Asimov’s iconic masterpiece. Unfolding against the backdrop of a crumbling Galactic Empire,...

The hauntingly prophetic classic novel. Over 1 million copies sold in the UK. Guy Montag is a fireman. His job is to burn books, which are forbidden, being...

Is it ever too late to leave the friend zone? Friends-to-lovers TikTok sensation, The Cheat Sheet, is the rom-com that has readers laughing and rooting for these lovable best friends from the first page!...

The story of Oliver Twist - orphaned, and set upon by evil and adversity from his first breath - shocked readers when it was published. After running away from the workhouse and pompous beadle Mr Bumble,...

OVER 12 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDENOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTUREA NUMBER ONE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFor years, rumours of the 'Marsh Girl' have haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet town on the North Carolina...

A burned-out pop star stranded in small-town Kentucky can't help falling for her unlikely knight in shining armour - the notoriously grumpy owner of the local pie shop - in this charming slice of romance...

“At once a scholar’s homage to The Iliad and startlingly original work of art by an incredibly talented new novelist….A book I could not put down.”—Ann Patchett“Mary Renault lives again!” declares Emma...

What The Lord of the Rings is to fantasy, Dune is to science fiction. Presenting Dune Messiah, the sequel to one of the most influential works of all time, which has inspired countless other stories for...

Can the perfect village save the perfect wedding? INCLUDES EXCLUSIVE EXTRACT FROM A POSTCARD FROM ITALY Cher, the landlady of the Duck & Puddle...

An enchanting collection containing books four, five, and six of #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn’s beloved Regency-set Bridgerton novels—Romancing Mister Bridgerton; To Sir Phillip, with...

When the owner of the local flower shop in Rome, Kentucky, makes a questionable agreement with a tattooed bad boy, a delightful friends-to-lovers romance begins to bloom - from the author of When in Rome...

THE INSPIRATION FOR HBO AND SKY TV’S EMMY NOMINATED HOUSE OF THE DRAGON. Centuries before A Game of Thrones, an even greater game began, one that set the skies alight with dragon...

My plan was perfect. My friend needed a date, and my brother's best friend was single. Problem solved.Until I saw Jaeger for the first time in years, and sparks flew in the wrong direction.Jaeger has...

In the vast expanse of the treacherous ocean, a legendary tale unfolds, gripping the hearts of readers for generations to come. Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of "Moby Dick," a literary masterpiece...

Jonathan Harker, a young London solicitor travels to Transylvania to help a rich nobleman, Count Dracula, purchase an estate in England. Dracula is planning to immigrate to England, and wants Harker to...

This ebook compiles Jule Verne's complete collection, including "Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", "Journey to the Interior of the Earth", "The Mysterious Island", "Around the World in Eighty Days",...

The story of the orphan Oliver, who runs away from the workhouse only to be taken in by a den of thieves, shocked readers when it was first published. Dickens's tale of childhood innocence beset by evil...

Fame. Fashion. Friendship. Hollie can't catch a break. She's broke, she's back living with her family, and her career prospects are precisely zero. So when the chance arises for her and her best friend...

As the interminable case of Jarndyce and Jarndyce grinds its way through the Court of Chancery, it draws together a disparate group of people: Ada and Richard Clare, whose inheritance is gradually being...

What The Lord of the Rings is to fantasy, Dune is to science fiction. Presenting one of the most influential works of all time, which has inspired countless other stories for more than half a century,...

An enchanting collection containing the first three novels in New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn’s beloved Bridgerton series set in Regency England—The Duke and I, The Viscount Who Loved Me,...

"Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again..." Ancient, beautiful Manderley, between the rose garden and the sea, is the county's showpiece. Rebecca made it so - even a year after her death, Rebecca's...

Pre-order Beth's epic new novel, SWEPT AWAY, now! 'Beth O'Leary is that rare, one-in-a-million talent who can make you laugh, swoon, cry and ache all in the same book' EMILY HENRYTiffy and Leon share...

Readers love The Ingredients for Happiness! ‘A gorgeous summer read’ ‘Uplifting, funny, romantic and charming’...

The long-awaited explosive climax to the first arc of the Number One New York Times bestselling Stormlight Archive. Dalinar Kholin challenged the evil god Odium to a contest of champions with the future...

BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOU Newspeak, Doublethink, Big Brother, the Thought Police - the language of 1984 has passed into the English language as a symbol of the horrors of totalitarianism. George Orwell's...

A spellbinding epic tale of ambition, anarchy and absolute power set against the sprawling medieval canvas of twelfth-century England, The Pillars of the Earth is Ken Follett's classic historical masterpiece.A...

One of the BBC's '100 Novels That Shaped Our World' HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics. Winston Smith rewrites history. It’s his...