The Up Grade: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Up Grade is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Goodwin, Wilder.
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Up Grade" by Wilder Goodwin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the life of Stephen Loring, a man grappling with personal demons and the search for redemption in the harsh landscape of Arizona's mining camps. The narrative opens with Loring at a low point, having recently succumbed to the vices that have marred his past, but hints at a transformative journey ahead as he encounters new opportunities and relationships. At the start of the novel, Stephen Loring finds himself disheveled and disoriented, having just emerged from a period of excessive drinking. He is approached by McKay, a recruiter for the Quentin Mining Company, who offers him a job despite Loring’s apparent lack of readiness and resources. Loring's story unfolds in a series of vivid scenes, highlighting the bleakness and camaraderie within the mining camp as he embarks on grueling work. The opening chapters explore Loring's interactions with various characters, including the enigmatic Jean Cameron, who introduces an element of hope and complexity to his existence. As Loring navigates his new life among a rugged backdrop, he faces the stark reality of hard labor, personal reflection, and the possibility of change.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Up Grade
- Author credits: Goodwin, Wilder
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Arizona -- Fiction
- Love stories
- Mines and mineral resources -- Fiction
- Western stories
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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