The Golden Dream E

R. M. Ballantyne

Maison d'édition: DigiCat

Synopsis

R.M. Ballantyne's 'The Golden Dream' intricately weaves adventure and the relentless quest for prosperity, set against the backdrop of the California Gold Rush. Employing vivid storytelling, Ballantyne captures the youthful enthusiasm of Ned, who epitomizes the hopeful gold-seekers of the era. The narrative, rich in historical detail, transports readers into the gritty reality of the 19th-century gold fields, illustrating the formidable challenges facing the miners. This book, characterized by its engaging literary style, stands as a testament to the coming-of-age genre within the greater literary context of Victorian adventure tales.

The author himself, R.M. Ballantyne, was a prolific Scottish author of juvenile fiction, noted for his meticulously researched novels. His experience with the Hudson's Bay Company in Canada likely contributed to the authenticity of the hardships described in the book. It is this grounding in genuine experience that lends 'The Golden Dream' its compelling verisimilitude, making Ballantyne's narrative resonate with the reality of frontier life and the universal allure of adventure.

'The Golden Dream' is recommended for readers who relish historical adventures and are drawn to the stories of human ambition and resilience. Ballantyne's work not only provides entertainment but also serves as a mirror to the human condition, articulating the timeless quest for fortune and the personal growth that often accompanies such pursuits. For young readers and those young at heart, Ballantyne's novel remains an enlightening and thrilling journey into one of history's most electrifying epochs.

Disponible depuis: 17/05/2022.

Longueur d'impression: 268 pages.

Fiction contemporaine

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