Poker Jim, Gentleman, and Other Tales and Sketches: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Poker Jim, Gentleman, and Other Tales and Sketches is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lydston, G. Frank (George Frank) (1858–1923).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Poker Jim, Gentleman, and Other Tales and Sketches" by G. Frank Lydston is a collection of adventurous tales written in the early 20th century. The book primarily focuses on the character of Poker Jim, a complex gentleman involved in gambling and other escapades in the tumultuous backdrop of 19th-century California. Through various stories, we are introduced to a vibrant cast of characters and their interactions, set against a landscape rich with excitement and moral dilemmas. The opening of the book establishes the narrator's background as a physician and sets the stage for the introduction of Poker Jim. It describes the protagonist's journey from his medical graduation to his arrival in San Francisco, revealing a world filled with gamblers, drunks, and high stakes. As the narrator observes life in the city's gambling dens, he encounters a young man named Gordon Cabell, who is being led astray by a woman associated with the underbelly of society. Jim, who later emerges as a significant figure, steps in as a mentor, displaying qualities of courage and integrity. This initial chapter piques interest in the themes of loyalty, moral complexity, and the colorful lives of those seeking fortune in the Gold Rush era.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Poker Jim, Gentleman, and Other Tales and Sketches
- Author credits: Lydston, G. Frank (George Frank) (1858–1923)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- American fiction
- Short stories, American
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Short Stories
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