Susy A Story Of The Plains - Bret Harte - Bog

""Suzy: A Story of the Plains"" is a novel written by Bret Harte, an American author and poet. The story is set in the American West during the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young girl named Susy. Susy is the daughter of a wealthy rancher who is killed in a raid by Native Americans. Left alone and vulnerable, Susy is taken in by a group of cowboys who teach her how to survive on the harsh plains.As Susy grows up, she becomes a skilled horsewoman and a respected member of the cowboy community. However, when a wealthy Easterner comes to town and offers to take Susy away from the plains and give her a life of luxury, she is faced with a difficult decision. Should she stay with the cowboys who have become her family, or leave to pursue a life of wealth and privilege?Throughout the novel, Harte explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the clash between different cultures. He also paints a vivid picture of life on the American frontier, with its dangers, hardships, and moments of beauty. ""Suzy: A Story of the Plains"" is a compelling and emotional tale of one young woman's journey to find her place in the world.Relieved of Clarence Brant's embarrassing presence, Jim Hooker did not, however, refuse to avail himself of that opportunity to expound to the farmer and his family the immense wealth, influence, and importance of the friend who had just left him. Although Clarence's plan had suggested reticence, Hooker could not forego the pleasure of informing them that ""Clar"" Brant had just offered to let him into an extensive land speculation. He had previously declined a large share or original location in a mine of Clarence's, now worth a million, because it was not ""his style.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.