
by - Bret Bret Harte
CONTENTS
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
CHAPTER VIII.
In a remote, storm‑swept valley, three weary riders find themselves lost amid howling winds and an oppressive darkness that seems to swallow the landscape. Their only clues are fleeting flashes of a mysterious lanterned window and the ghostly silhouette of a woman’s face that appears and vanishes without a sound. As they argue, shout, and press forward, the forest itself seems to conspire, turning ordinary terrain into a bewildering maze of shadows and hidden dangers.
The narrative follows their uneasy partnership as they struggle to navigate the treacherous ridge, battling both the elements and their own doubts. Along the way, the eerie lights and strange sounds hint at secrets buried deep within the hills, promising a blend of suspense and rugged frontier spirit. Listeners will be drawn into the raw, atmospheric tension of a wilderness where every step could reveal a new mystery.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (220K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2000-05-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1836–1902
Best known for vivid tales of miners, gamblers, and rough-edged dreamers, this early master of Western fiction helped turn the California Gold Rush into enduring American literature. His stories mix humor, sentiment, and sharp observation in a way that still feels lively today.
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