02110cam a22003493u 4500 71025 UtSlPG 20260610134637.0 m cr n 260607r20231926utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PS White, Stewart Edward, 1873-1946 Kultaa Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Abridged translation of: Gold. Release date is 2023-06-23 Tapio Riikonen "Kultaa" by Stewart Edward White is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds during the California Gold Rush, focusing on the narrator's journey from the initial excitement of the gold discovery to his experiences along the way. As the narrator navigates through various encounters, the narrative gives insight into the aspirations and motivations of those seeking wealth and adventure. At the start of the tale, the narrator reflects on his modest life as a bookkeeper and the allure of the gold rush that drew many men, including himself, to California in 1849. He describes the rumors of gold discoveries that sparked a feverish excitement in his community, leading to a wave of adventurers preparing for the perilous journey. The narrator also introduces Talbot Ward, a charismatic and confident man who becomes a significant figure in his journey. Their dynamic develops further as they prepare for their expedition, setting the stage for the adventures and challenges they are sure to face in their quest for fortune. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Finland: K. J. Gummerus Oy, 1926 Western stories Gold mines and mining -- Fiction California -- Fiction Auer, Eino, 1898-1941 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71025 111751 111751