Publisher's Synopsis
Hilda Strafford: A California Story is a novel written by British author Beatrice Harraden and first published in 1896. The story follows the life of Hilda Strafford, a young woman who travels from England to California in search of adventure and a new start. Hilda is a strong-willed and independent character who is determined to make a life for herself in the Wild West.As Hilda navigates the challenges of life in California, she encounters a cast of colorful characters, including cowboys, miners, and wealthy landowners. She also falls in love with a handsome rancher named Jack Redway, but their relationship is threatened by the social and cultural differences between them.Throughout the novel, Harraden explores themes of love, class, and identity in the context of the rapidly changing American West. She also offers a nuanced portrayal of California society, from the rough-and-tumble world of the frontier to the refined elegance of San Francisco's high society.Overall, Hilda Strafford: A California Story is a compelling and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the American West and the people who inhabited it during the late 19th century.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.
