Derelicts of the hills

Name: Derelicts of the hills
Author: W. C. Tuttle

By W. C. Tuttle

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The narrator travels into remote hills to inspect a copper prospect and meets Ike Harper, a weathered prospector who mistakes him for his eccentric partner. Harper sketches Magpie Simpkins as an absent-minded tinkerer who alternately takes up hypnotism, Christian Science, psychology and spiritualism, and at times salts mines to fool buyers. While Magpie sits in a trance attempting to commune with spirits, Harper recounts past schemes, domestic shortages, and the partners’ drifting life, blending mining detail and tall-tale humor to portray their comic, affectionate companionship and frontier hardships.

About the Author

W. C. Tuttle

W. C. Tuttle was an American author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the genres of humor and Western fiction. His works often blend satire with engaging storytelling, reflecting the cultural landscape of his time. Among his notable titles is "The Curse of Drink," which explores themes of addiction and societal norms. Tuttle's writing is characterized by a playful tone and a keen observation of human nature, making his stories both entertaining and thought-provoking. With over 50 published works, he remains a unique voice in the literary heritage of American humor and adventure.