The Golden Dream: Adventures in the Far West: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Golden Dream: Adventures in the Far West: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Golden Dream: Adventures in the Far West is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael) (1825–1894).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Golden Dream: Adventures in the Far West" by R. M. Ballantyne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Edward Sinton, who is driven by dreams of fortune and excitement brought on by the California gold rush. The narrative opens with an imaginative dream sequence, showcasing a fantastical golden cave and eccentric characters, setting the tone for the adventurous escapades that await Sinton in the wilds of America. At the start of the novel, Ned Sinton experiences an extraordinary dream in which he finds himself in a dazzling cavern made entirely of gold, populated by golden-hued people celebrating California. This strange and vivid dream serves as a prelude to his budding desire to travel to California, fueled by tales of gold and adventure. Upon waking, Ned learns that his uncle means to discuss a significant opportunity regarding his future, as Ned grapples with his ambitions versus the expectations placed upon him. As the opening chapters unfold, the narrative introduces the themes of adventure, the allure of wealth, and the challenges ahead as Ned prepares to embark on his journey to the gold fields.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Golden Dream: Adventures in the Far West
- Author credits: Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael) (1825–1894)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
- Bears -- Juvenile fiction
- California -- Gold discoveries -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Hunters -- Juvenile fiction
- Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
- Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
- Children's Fiction
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