Their Uncle from California - Bret Harte - Bog

Their Uncle From California is a short story written by Bret Harte, an American author and poet. The story revolves around two young siblings, Dick and Bessie, who are living with their aunt and uncle in the small town of Rough-and-Ready in California. One day, they receive a letter from their uncle from California, who they have never met before. The uncle, who is described as a wealthy and successful businessman, invites them to come and live with him in California.Excited by the prospect of living with their uncle, Dick and Bessie set off on a long journey to California. When they finally arrive at their uncle's mansion, they are amazed by the luxurious lifestyle and the grandeur of the place. However, they soon realize that their uncle is not the kind and loving person they had imagined him to be. He is arrogant, selfish, and treats them like servants.As the story progresses, the children try to adapt to their new life and win their uncle's affection. They work hard and try to please him, but their efforts are in vain. Finally, they decide to leave their uncle's mansion and return to their old life.Their Uncle From California is a heartwarming story that highlights the importance of family and the value of hard work. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers of all ages.THIS 54 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sally Dows and A Phyllis of the Sierras, by Bret Harte. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417915900.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.