Bret Harte

Short story writer and poet

Bret Harte - Short story writer and poet
Born

August 25th, 1836
188 years ago

Died

May 5th, 1902
122 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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This American writer gained prominence during the 19th century for his contributions to literature, particularly in the genre of short stories and poetry. Harte's works often depicted life in the Western United States and captured the spirit of the Gold Rush era. His most famous work includes 'The Luck of Roaring Camp.' Harte also served as the editor of several periodicals and wrote essays and poems reflecting on society and frontier life.

Published 'The Luck of Roaring Camp'

Wrote 'The Outcasts of Poker Flat'

Served as editor for the Overland Monthly

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