Grace Harlowe's Overland Riders in the High Sierras - Courage Friendship and Adventure in the High Sierras

Josephine Chase

Summary

In "Grace Harlowe's Overland Riders in the High Sierras," Josephine Chase continues the beloved narrative of Grace Harlowe, an adventurous and resourceful young woman. This installment plunges readers into the majestic landscape of the Sierras, where Grace and her friends embark on a transformative journey filled with trials and camaraderie. Chase's writing style is characterized by vivid imagery, dynamic dialogue, and a keen sense of place that transports readers into the untamed beauty of nature. The book reflects the early 20th-century ideals of adventure, independence, and the burgeoning interest in outdoor exploration that resonated with its contemporaries and has influenced young adult literature ever since. Josephine Chase, a prominent figure in early American youth literature, drew inspiration from her own experiences and the cultural milieu of her time. An advocate for empowering young women, Chase created Grace Harlowe as a role model who embodies courage, intelligence, and a strong moral compass. Her storytelling reflects the social changes and the evolving role of women in society during the early 1900s, further enriching the context and significance of her narratives. This captivating tale is not just an adventure; it is an invitation for readers, particularly young adults, to explore themes of resilience, friendship, and the beauty of the natural world. Chase's work serves as an enduring testament to the developmental importance of adventure literature, making it a compelling read for those eager to experience the adventures of Grace Harlowe and her compatriots.

Available since: 10/12/2023.

Print length: 122 pages.

Other books that might interest you

Heartwarming Stories Almost...

Harsh Munjal

What happens when fiction borrows the warmth of reality? In this debut collection, Harsh Munjal brings together stories that celebrate life's tender moments. Each tale, inspired by real people and events, carries the authenticity of truth and the comfort of well-crafted fiction. Perfect for readers who believe in the magic of everyday life—and an ideal companion for your next flight, road trip, beach day, or as a delightful breather between bigger books. 
While some of these stories might feel familiar to my newsletter readers, there's something special about holding them together in a book—a completely different experience from reading them piece by piece in your inbox. And by choosing this collection, you're not just getting stories; you're directly supporting an independent author's journey to bring more such tales to life.

Show book

Two Tales From Herman Melville -...

Herman Melville

Two Tales From Herman Melville includes "The Lightning-Rod Man" and "The Bell-Tower." After spending the summer of 1853 in the Berkshire Mountains, where he supposedly had a real life encounter with a lightning-rod salesman, Melville published "The Lightning-Rod Man." At the end of this short story, the lightning-rod salesman is exposed for the fraud that he is. However, that will not keep his successors from fanning out to the Middle West, where lightning storms abound and farmers were gullible. On another level, the story can be interpreted as a confrontation between Good and Evil. Through description and diction, the narrator is understood as a follower of God, someone who believes in The Almighty watching over him. On the other hand, the lightning-rod man is seen as a negative character, someone who only has faith in the product he's peddling. "The Bell-Tower," published in 1856, is the story of an eccentric architect named Bannadonna and his quest to build a magnificent bell-tower. As building progresses, local townspeople begin to hear of mysterious occurrences in the tower, leading to a suspenseful conclusion.

Show book

Winifred Holtby - A Short Story...

Winifred Holtby

Winifred Holtby was born on 23rd June 1898 to a prosperous farming family in the village of Rudston in Yorkshire.

A governess provided her early education before she went to Queen Margaret's School in Scarborough. After passing the entrance exam for Somerville College, Oxford in 1917, she decided to join the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps in early 1918. However, soon after her arrival in France, the War ended.

She returned to study at Oxford and met fellow student Vera Brittain. After graduating from Oxford, in 1921, Winifred and Vera moved to London, hoping to establish themselves as authors.

Her early novels met with only moderate success but as a journalist she was both prolific and increasingly well-known. Her articles graced more than 20 newspapers and magazines, including the Manchester Guardian newspaper.

Winifred was a committed feminist, socialist and pacifist. She gave many lectures for the League of Nations Union. She was also active in the Independent Labour Party and was a campaigner for the unionisation of black workers in South Africa.

In 1931 the symptoms of high blood pressure, recurrent headaches and bouts of lassitude brought forth a diagnosis of Bright's disease. She was given two years to live and now put all her efforts into what was to become her crowning achievement: South Riding. Released posthumously it received lavish praise and enormous sales. Her canon of works tackle difficult subjects head on, many in unusual ways, brimming with verve and usually strong female protagonists.

Winifred Holtby died on 29th September 1935 in London. She was 37.

1 - Winifred Holtby - A Short Story Collection - An Introduction
2 - The Voice of God by Winifred Holtby
3 - Truth is Not Sober by Winifred Holtby
4 - The Casualty List by Winifred Holtby
5 - The Man Who Hated God by Winifred Holtby
6 - Why Herbert Killed His Mother by Winifred Holtby

Show book

Ship Fever - Stories

Andrea Barrett

The 1996 National Book Award Winner for Fiction from "genius-enchantress" (Karen Russell) Andrea Barrett that introduces the characters of Barrett's vividly imagined world.  
 
The elegant short fictions gathered hereabout the love of science and the science of love are often set against the backdrop of the nineteenth century. Interweaving historical and fictional characters, they encompass both past and present as they  
negotiate the complex territory of ambition, failure, achievement, and shattered dreams. In "Ship Fever," the title novella, a young Canadian doctor finds himself at the center of one of history's most tragic epidemics. In "The English Pupil,"  
Linnaeus, in old age, watches as the world he organized within his head slowly drifts beyond his reach. And in "The Littoral Zone," two marine biologists wonder whether their life-altering affair finally was worth it. In the tradition of Alice  
Munro and William Trevor, these exquisitely rendered fictions encompass whole lives in a brief space. As they move between interior and exterior journeys, "science is transformed from hard and known fact into malleable, strange and thrilling fictional material" (Boston Globe).

Show book

Muto

J.J. Campanella

This short story by J.J. Campanella falls into the categories of speculative fiction and horror with bits of Japanese anime and manga samurai tales thrown in. It is a dark two-hander and takes place in a blasted, post-apocalyptic world where the remainder of civilization is isolated to a few securely protected and walled city-states. The tale was originally written for a short story collection that was never published. The anthology aimed to retell classic fairy tales in the guise of science fiction. Readers may recognize the two characters as updated incarnations of Little Red Riding Hood and the infamous wolf. This is not a children's story.

Show book

Grownup Matters

Vsevolod Garshin

Much like his stories for children, Vsevolod Garshin's grownup prose may not always be easy to read due to difficult subject matter he tends to pick for his narratives. It is, however, always beautifully written and fascinating.

Show book