Openings in the Old Trail

Released: June 26, 2018
Length: 7 hrs 4 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Blackstone Publishing

This collection of Bret Harte's short stories highlights life in old California, showcasing his exceptional talent for character development amid Western settings. Known for his dry wit and tender emotion, Harte vividly depicts miners, gamblers, and other colorful figures, creating engaging tales like "Openings in the Old Trail" and "The Goddess of Excelsior." Through these stories, readers gain a nuanced portrait of Western life, distinguished by Harte's distinctive storytelling style.

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