Nelly's Silver Mine: A Story of Colorado Life

Language: EnglishPublished: December 1, 2010

Subjects:

Colorado History To 1876 Juvenile fiction

Bookshelves:

Children & Young Adult Reading History - American

Authors:

Jackson, Helen Hunt
1830 - 1885
Richards, Harriet Roosevelt

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About this book

In the late 19th century, as the silver boom transformed Colorado's landscape and economy, "Nelly's Silver Mine: A Story of Colorado Life" by Helen Hunt Jackson captures the essence of this pivotal era. The novel follows twins Nelly and Rob March, whose lives are irrevocably altered as they embark on a journey from New England to the burgeoning frontier. Amidst the backdrop of mining towns and the quest for fortune, themes of family loyalty and the harsh realities of life in a rapidly changing environment emerge. Ideal for students and historians alike, this narrative delves into the complexities of human experience against the allure of wealth, making it a compelling exploration of resilience and ambition in American history.