"History of a Mine" is an exciting novel-story by the American writer Bret Hart, which tells about the life and problems of workers in a mine during the gold rush in California. The author successfully combines realistic images of miner's life with the romantic vicissitudes of the main character. The reader is immersed in the atmosphere of hard work, danger and friendship among a few reliable companions. "History of a mine" is not only an interesting essay about the life of miners, but also a deep psychological study of the heroes in search of themselves and their purpose.