In A Ward of the Golden Gate, Bret Harte weaves a tale of mystery, romance, and intrigue set in late 19th-century California. The story follows a young heir who, while navigating the complications of his newfound fortune, becomes entangled in a web of deceit, legal battles, and unexpected alliances. Harte's vivid portrayal of San Francisco's society, coupled with the hero's search for justice and belonging, makes this novel a captivating exploration of loyalty, trust, and redemption.
Harte was born in Albany, New York, and moved to California at the age of nineteen. He helped to found and edited The Overland Monthly, the major literary publication of the American West. He wrote numerous stories, poetry and essays over the course of a thirty-five-year literary career.
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