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Bret Harte (1836-1902) was an American author and poet, best known for his vivid depictions of life in the American West during the Gold Rush era. He gained fame with stories set in California, often highlighting the adventures and struggles of miners, outlaws, and gamblers. His works, such as "The Luck of Roaring Camp" and "The Outcasts of Poker Flat," feature a mix of humor, pathos, and regional realism, reflecting the complexities of frontier life. Harte's writing contributed significantly to the development of Western literature and paved the way for future writers in the genre.

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