Roughing It, Part 7. by Mark Twain

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Author Twain, Mark, 1835-1910
Title Roughing It, Part 7.
Note Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Roughing It, Part 7" by Mark Twain is a semi-autobiographical travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The work recounts Twain's experiences during his wanderings in the American West, blending humor with social commentary. This section follows Twain as he meets various characters, including Dick Baker, a weary but gentle pocket-miner, showcasing the eccentric personalities encountered by travelers in the mining regions, as well as the struggles and disappointments of gold prospecting. The opening of this part introduces Dick Baker, who shares a quirky tale about his beloved cat, Tom Quartz, known for his uncanny mining instincts. Baker’s fondness for the cat contrasts sharply with their ongoing misfortune in mining, culminating in a hilariously disastrous incident involving a blast that sends Tom Quartz flying. Following this anecdote, Twain reflects on his series of unfruitful mining endeavors. He captures the challenges faced by prospectors through vivid descriptions of their hardships and camaraderie, leading to a sense of bittersweet humor as they navigate their impoverished circumstances in search of fortune against the backdrop of the rugged American landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject West (U.S.) -- Description and travel
Subject Hawaii -- Description and travel
Subject Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 -- Travel -- West (U.S.)
Subject Authors, American -- Homes and haunts -- West (U.S.)
Subject West (U.S.) -- Intellectual life -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 8588
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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