Gabriel Conroy

Gabriel Conroy is a novella written by American author Bret Harte. The story is set in San Francisco during the mid-19th century and follows the life of Gabriel Conroy, a young man who is struggling to find his place in the world. Gabriel is a talented pianist, but he is also prone to bouts of depression and self-doubt.The novella begins with Gabriel attending a party at the home of his wealthy aunt, Mrs. Vincent. Gabriel is initially excited to be there, but as the night wears on, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the superficiality and shallowness of the people he is surrounded by. He is particularly troubled by his cousin, May, who he believes is only interested in him because of his musical talent.As the night progresses, Gabriel becomes more and more introspective, reflecting on his life and his relationships with the people around him. He is haunted by memories of a lost love, a woman named Mary, who he believes he has wronged in some way. Gabriel's thoughts and emotions are further complicated by the presence of a mysterious stranger who seems to be following him throughout the party.Ultimately, Gabriel's introspection leads him to a moment of clarity and self-awareness. He realizes that he has been living his life in a state of emotional detachment, and that he needs to confront his past in order to move forward. The novella ends with Gabriel resolving to make amends with Mary, and to embrace the world around him with renewed vigor and passion.Gabriel Conroy is a powerful and introspective work of fiction that explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Harte's writing is lyrical and evocative, capturing the mood and atmosphere of San Francisco during this turbulent period in its history. The novella is a must-read for fans of classic American literature, as well as anyone interested in exploring the complexities of the human psyche.1888. Bret Harte's witty, sometimes heart-rending tales of frontier California earned him acclaim during the 1860s as the new prophet of American letters. His books, The Luck of Roaring Camp, The Outcasts of Poker Flat and M'liss, helped establish the foundations of western American fiction. Gabriel Conroy is divided into seven books titled: On the Threshold; After Five Years; The Lead; Drifting; The Vein; A Dip; and The Bed Rock. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.