Publisher's Synopsis
The Sazerac Lying Club: A Nevada Book is a novel written by Fred H. Hart. The story is set in the late 1800s in the city of Virginia City, Nevada, during the heyday of silver mining. The main character, Jack, is a young man who has recently arrived in Virginia City with the hope of striking it rich in the mines. However, he soon discovers that life in the city is not as glamorous as he had imagined.Jack finds himself drawn to a group of men who gather at a local saloon called the Sazerac Lying Club. The men, who are all miners, spin tall tales and share their experiences of life in the mines. Jack becomes a regular at the club and begins to form close friendships with the other members.As the story unfolds, Jack becomes embroiled in a series of conflicts and challenges, including a mining accident, a love triangle, and a confrontation with a corrupt mine owner. Through it all, he relies on the support and camaraderie of his friends at the Sazerac Lying Club.The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in a mining town during the late 1800s. It explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the pursuit of wealth and success. The Sazerac Lying Club: A Nevada Book is a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of the American West or the lives of miners during the silver rush.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.
