Publisher's Synopsis
Captain Bayley's Heir is a historical novel written by G. A. Henty and published in 1896. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the adventures of a young man named Frank Norris, who inherits a gold mine in California from his uncle, Captain Bayley. Frank travels to California to claim his inheritance, but soon finds himself embroiled in the tumultuous world of the gold fields. He must navigate treacherous terrain, deal with corrupt officials and bandits, and outwit rival miners in order to succeed. Along the way, Frank makes friends and enemies, falls in love, and learns important lessons about perseverance, loyalty, and integrity. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of life in the gold rush era, as well as its focus on the values of hard work, honesty, and self-reliance. It also touches on themes of class, race, and colonialism, as Frank interacts with a diverse cast of characters from all walks of life. Overall, Captain Bayley's Heir is a thrilling adventure story that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history.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.
