The Young Vigilantes: A Story of California Life in the Fifties: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Young Vigilantes: A Story of California Life in the Fifties is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Drake, Samuel Adams (1833–1905).
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"The Young Vigilantes: A Story of California Life in the Fifties" by Samuel Adams Drake is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set during the 1850s, it explores themes of adventure, camaraderie, and the pursuit of fortune against the backdrop of the California Gold Rush. The narrative follows the protagonist, Walter Seabury, a young rigger who leaves behind a troubled life in Massachusetts to seek new opportunities in California, navigating challenges that test his courage and morality along the way. The opening of the novel introduces Walter Seabury during a dramatic train incident where his quick thinking prevents a disaster, showcasing his character's bravery and resourcefulness. Following this event, he finds himself on a journey to Boston, where he hopes to secure work as a rigger. Walter's background is revealed through his interactions, particularly with a friendly conductor, as well as a budding friendship with Charley Wormwood, another young man seeking fortune. As Walter gathers the courage to forge his path in a bustling city, the scene is set for his later adventures in California, where he and Charley will confront the realities of life during the Gold Rush, as well as the challenges posed by other characters they encounter along the way.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Young Vigilantes: A Story of California Life in the Fifties
- Author credits: Drake, Samuel Adams (1833–1905)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Boston (Mass.) -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction
- California -- History -- 1850-1950 -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
- San Francisco (Calif.) -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction
- Truthfulness and falsehood -- Juvenile fiction
- Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
- Voyages to the Pacific coast -- Juvenile fiction
- Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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