Greener than spruce by Herbert Farris
"Greener than spruce" by Herbert Farris is a novella likely written in the early 20th century. This fictional work portrays the tale of Harris Benton, an inexperienced yet determined prospector navigating the challenges and realities of life in Alaska during the mining boom. The narrative explores themes of ambition, survival, and the often harsh lessons that accompany the pursuit of fortune in a rugged wilderness. The story revolves around Harris Benton, agreenhorn who arrives in Alaska with high hopes of striking gold. Despite his lack of experience, he is eager to learn and adapt to the harsh conditions. His initial blunders, such as hauling an excessive amount of lubricating oil intended for sled runners, set the stage for his education in the ways of the frontier. As Benton stakes a claim and discovers gold, he faces the formidable Joe Murtry, who controls the vital water resources necessary for mining. In a clever turn of events, Benton negotiates with Murtry, trading the excess oil he mistakenly brought for a sluice head of water. Ultimately, he transforms his fortunes, illustrating the importance of resourcefulness and resilience amid adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Farris, Herbert |
|---|---|
| Title | Greener than spruce |
| Original Publication | United States: Street & Smith Corporation,1926. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 91.0 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Roger Frank and Sue Clark |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Gold mines and mining -- Alaska -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 69671 |
| Release Date | Jan 6, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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