Klondyke Nuggets: A Brief Description of the Great Gold Regions in the…
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| Author | Ladue, Joseph, 1855-1900 |
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| Title | Klondyke Nuggets: A Brief Description of the Great Gold Regions in the Northwest |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "Klondyke Nuggets: A Brief Description of the Great Gold Regions in the Northwest Territories and Alaska" by Joseph Ladue is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book serves as a firsthand exploration and informative guide to the Klondyke gold rush, detailing the geography, mining prospects, and personal experiences of the author, who was also the founder of Dawson City, N.W.T. The text illustrates the excitement surrounding gold discoveries in the region and provides valuable insights for prospectors and miners. The opening of the work introduces readers to the Klondyke region, detailing its transformation into a bustling center for gold mining following the discovery of gold in 1896. Ladue shares his experiences in establishing Dawson City, the challenges faced by miners, and the wealth generated from placer mining within a relatively small area. He emphasizes the rich mineral resources of the region and offers practical advice for prospective miners, including information about climate, travel routes, and the establishment of mining claims. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a thorough exploration of this historical gold rush era and its significance in North American mining history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E660: History: America: Late nineteenth century (1865-1900) |
| Subject | Alaska -- Gold discoveries |
| Subject | Klondike River Valley (Yukon) -- Gold discoveries |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10043 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 117 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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