Flip: A California Romance by Bret Harte
"Flip: A California Romance" by Bret Harte is a novel written in the late 19th century, during the period known as the American West or Frontier era. This romantic tale explores themes of adventure, identity, and the search for belonging through the lives of its central characters, particularly focusing on the adventures of Lance Harriott, an outlaw who seeks refuge and redemption in a rural Californian setting. The story begins with Lance
Harriott, a fugitive on the run after a deadly confrontation, who finds himself in a secluded wood known for its intoxicating spices. He encounters Flip, a young girl with a fierce spirit and a quick wit, who introduces him to her life in the rustic confines of her father's charcoal-burning ranch. As their relationship develops, they navigate the complexities of their pasts, particularly Lance's criminal background and Flip's dreams of a brighter future. The narrative builds to a climax with unexpected revelations about family, identity, and a tragic twist of fate that underscores the harsh realities of life on the frontier. Ultimately, the novel intertwines moments of humor, tenderness, and poignancy, making it a compelling read for those interested in adventures of the Wild West and the romance that can blossom amidst chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Harte, Bret, 1836-1902 |
|---|---|
| Title | Flip: A California Romance |
| Credits | Produced by Donald Lainson and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | American fiction -- 19th century |
| Subject | California -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 2793 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-02793-7 |
| Release Date | Mar 27, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 569 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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