Treasure and Trouble Therewith, A Tale of California
Apr 2022 · Otbebookpublishing
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Excerpt: "The time was late August some eleven years ago. The place that part of central California where, on one side, the plain unrolls in golden levels, and on the other swells upward toward the rounded undulations of the foothills. It was very hot; the sky a fathomless blue vault, the land dreaming in the afternoon glare, its brightness blurred here and there by shimmering heat veils. Checkered by green and yellow patches, dotted with the black domes of oaks, it brooded sleepily, showing few signs of life. At long intervals ranch houses rose above embowering foliage, a green core in the midst of fields where the brown earth was striped with lines of fruit trees or hidden under carpets of alfalfa. To the west the foothills rose in indolent curves, tan-colored, as if clothed with a leathern hide. Their hollows were filled with the darkness of trees huddled about hidden streams, ribbons of verdure that wound from the mountains to the plain. Farther still, vision faint, remote and immaculate, the white peaks of the Sierra hung, a painting on the drop curtain of the sky. Across the landscape a parent stem of road wound, branches breaking from it and meandering thread-small to ranch and village. It was white-dusted here, but later would turn red and crawl upward under the resinous dimness of pine woods to where the mining camps clung on the lower wall of the Sierra. Already it had left behind the region of farms in neighborly proximity and the little towns that were threaded along it like beads upon a string. Watching its eastward course, one would have noticed that after it crested the first rise it ran free of habitation for miles."
About the author
Geraldine Bonner (1870-1930) was an American author and playwright whose works vividly captured the spirit of the American West during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Staten Island, New York, Bonner moved to California, where the rugged landscapes and tales of fortune seekers profoundly influenced her writing. Her narratives often explored themes of ambition, resilience, and the complex interplay between civilization and the untamed frontier.Bonner's literary contributions extend beyond her novels; she was also a prolific short story writer and a skilled dramatist. Her stories were frequently published in prominent magazines of the time, such as Harper's and The Saturday Evening Post, showcasing her ability to blend gripping storytelling with keen social observations.A notable aspect of Bonner's career was her portrayal of strong, independent female characters who defied the traditional gender roles of her era. This progressive stance resonated with contemporary readers and has continued to inspire modern feminist literary critics. Her works often highlighted the challenges and triumphs of women in male-dominated environments, making her a pioneer in advocating for women's rights through literature.Despite her significant contributions, Bonner's name is not as widely recognized today, partly due to the overshadowing fame of her male contemporaries. However, her influence on contemporary writers, particularly those interested in Western Americana and women's literature, remains undeniable. Geraldine Bonner's legacy is one of a trailblazing author who captured the essence of a transformative period in American history with authenticity and a forward-thinking perspective.
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