Trent's Trust, and Other Stories: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Trent's Trust, and Other Stories is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Harte, Bret (1836–1902).
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"Trent's Trust and Other Stories" by Bret Harte is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century that encapsulates the themes of kindness, uncertainty, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative prominently features Randolph Trent, a young, down-on-his-luck miner who arrives in San Francisco with hopes of a better future but quickly finds himself in a precarious situation marked by poverty and desperation. The opening of "Trent's Trust" introduces us to Randolph Trent, who lands penniless and friendless on a rainy San Francisco wharf, battling hunger and despair. Despite his determination to turn his fortunes around, he grapples with feelings of shame and rejection as he observes the bustling city around him. Just as he contemplates giving up, he encounters a mysterious stranger who offers him hope and a chance for redemption through an unexpected gesture of trust—a portmanteau filled with valuable goods. This chance meeting sets the stage for a story of transformation, intertwining Trent's fate with that of his benefactor as he navigates the uncertainties of life in the city.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Trent's Trust, and Other Stories
- Author credits: Harte, Bret (1836–1902)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- American fiction -- 19th century
- Short stories
- Western stories
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Short Stories
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