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100	1		_aHarte, Bret, _d1836-1902
245	1	0	_aBy Shore and Sedge
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2000
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2000-05-01
505	0		_aAn apostle of the Tules -- Sarah Walker -- A ship of '49.
520			_a"By Shore and Sedge" by Bret Harte is a novel written during the mid-19th century, capturing the essence of life during the California Gold Rush era. The narrative opens with a vivid scene of a religious camp meeting in Tasajara Valley, California, where a diverse group of individuals has gathered, not for prosperity or comfort, but for spiritual revival amid harsh and bleak surroundings. Through the initial characters, particularly a young preacher named Gideon, the story begins to explore themes of faith, struggle, and community in the face of adversity. The opening of the novel intricately sets the scene at the camp meeting, depicting the desolation surrounding the congregation and the hardships they endure. As the young preacher Gideon attempts to inspire the people, he experiences a mix of hesitation and fervor that reflects his inner turmoil. The gathering is marked by raw emotions, as both he and the worshipers seek connection with the divine amidst their struggles. Following this, Gideon's character is further developed through his interactions with Sister Hiler and her family, setting a stage for themes of compassion and sacrifice as he navigates his calling. Overall, the beginning establishes a rich atmosphere of hardship and hope that invites readers to delve into the complexities of human existence during a transformative period in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aAmerican fiction -- 19th century
653			_aManners and customs -- Fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2178
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