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100 1 _aPayson, George,
_d1824-1893
245 1 0 _aGolden Dreams and Leaden Realities
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2015-05-24
508 _aProduced by JoAnn Greenwood, Bryan Ness, Diane Monico, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Golden Dreams and Leaden Realities" by Ralph Raven is a narrative novel written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the journey of a group of adventurers headed for California during the Gold Rush, highlighting the contrast between their high expectations and the harsh realities they encounter. The initial chapters introduce a cast of characters, including the protagonist who reflects on his motivations and the wide-eyed dreams of fortune that spur them onward. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for the voyage to California, as the protagonist boards the ship Leucothea, filled with trepidation and excitement amid a cold, dismal send-off. The mood is somber, with passengers like Charley expressing regret over their decision to leave home. As the ship departs, the atmosphere is characterized by sea-sickness and discomfort among the crew and passengers, showcasing their struggle against the elements and their internal fears. The protagonist remains steadfast in his hopes for the wealth that awaits in California, captured by daydreams of success despite the physical and emotional challenges they face during the long and tumultuous journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCalifornia -- Gold discoveries
653 _aGold mines and mining -- California
653 _aPayson, George, 1824-1893 -- Travel -- California
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49039
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