Publisher's Synopsis
""Aliso and Acne"" is a novel written by James Alexander Wickersham and published in 1881. The story takes place in California during the 1850s and follows the lives of two young men, Aliso and Acne, who are both struggling to find their place in the world. Aliso is a wealthy rancher's son who is forced to leave his comfortable life behind and venture out into the harsh wilderness after his father dies. Acne, on the other hand, is a poor Mexican-American who dreams of making a better life for himself. The two men's paths cross and they form an unlikely friendship as they navigate the challenges of life in the Wild West. Along the way, they encounter bandits, Native Americans, and other dangers, but they also discover the beauty and wonder of the untamed land. Through their experiences, Aliso and Acne learn valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and perseverance. ""Aliso and Acne"" is a classic tale of adventure and coming-of-age that is sure to captivate readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
