William Henry Thomes, a notable figure in 19th-century American literature, gained acclaim for his enthralling tales of adventure and exploration, most prominently seen in his work 'The Gold Hunters' Adventures; Or, Life in Australia'. This particular book, published in the latter half of the 1800s, encapsulates Thomes' literary style, which is characterized by vivid narratives and detailed descriptions of the adventurer's lifestyle. His writing often transported readers to the far-flung corners of the world, allowing them to experience the thrills of exploration and discovery from the comfort of their own homes. While 'The Gold Hunters' Adventures' remains one of Thomes' significant contributions to literature, his body of work spanned various subjects related to frontier life and the excitement of the unknown. Thomes' works not only entertained but also provided insights into the socio-cultural aspects of the settings he portrayed. William Henry Thomes may not be as widely recognized today as some of his contemporaries, but his contributions to the genre of adventure literature have been acknowledged by scholars and enthusiasts of historical narratives. His books remain a testament to the enduring allure of adventure and the human spirit's quest for discovery.-Google Books
| Born | 1824 |
| Died | 1895 |
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| Born | 1824 |
| Died | 1895 |
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Fiction, Gold mines and mining, Description and travel, Slave-trade, Whalers (Persons), Whaling, Blockade, English literature, English poetry, Greek, Greek poetry, Homes and haunts, Juvenile fiction, Latin, Latin poetry, Slave trade, Translations, Translations into English, Translations into Greek, Translations into LatinID Numbers
- OLID: OL159354A
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- Wikidata: Q52149801
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- Thomes, William Henry
- Thomes, William Henry, 1824-1895
- Thomes, William Henry (1824-1895), author and publisher
- William H. Thomes
- William Henry 1824-1895 Thomes
- William Henry William Henry Thomes
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