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LoC No.: 48032620
Title: The land of gold; or, Three years in California
Original Publication: United States: D. W. Evans & Co.,1860.
Note: First published under title: Three years in California.
Note: Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Land of Gold; or, Three Years in California" by Walter Colton is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work chronicles the author's personal experiences and observations during his three-year residency in California amidst significant socio-political changes, particularly during the Gold Rush era. Colton depicts the allure of California’s natural wealth, the influx of diverse populations, and the interactions among them, alongside the struggles and transformations faced by the region. The opening of the narrative paints a vivid picture of California in 1846, where Colton reflects on the unexpected raising of the U.S. flag and the ensuing reactions among the local populace. It describes public meetings and the widespread bewilderment as citizens grapple with their new reality. As an appointed alcalde, Colton conveys the complexities of his role amidst the tumultuous atmosphere, detailing the array of characters he encounters—from military leaders to local settlers. The beginning sets the stage for discussions about governance, societal issues, and the cultural dynamics of a rapidly evolving frontier, suggesting a rich tapestry of life during a pivotal time in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Colton, Walter, 1797-1851
EBook No.: 69727
Published: Jan 7, 2023
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: California -- Gold discoveries
Subject: California -- History -- 1846-1850
LoCC: United States local history: Pacific States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 48032620
Title: The land of gold; or, Three years in California
Original Publication: United States: D. W. Evans & Co.,1860.
Note: First published under title: Three years in California.
Note: Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Land of Gold; or, Three Years in California" by Walter Colton is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work chronicles the author's personal experiences and observations during his three-year residency in California amidst significant socio-political changes, particularly during the Gold Rush era. Colton depicts the allure of California’s natural wealth, the influx of diverse populations, and the interactions among them, alongside the struggles and transformations faced by the region. The opening of the narrative paints a vivid picture of California in 1846, where Colton reflects on the unexpected raising of the U.S. flag and the ensuing reactions among the local populace. It describes public meetings and the widespread bewilderment as citizens grapple with their new reality. As an appointed alcalde, Colton conveys the complexities of his role amidst the tumultuous atmosphere, detailing the array of characters he encounters—from military leaders to local settlers. The beginning sets the stage for discussions about governance, societal issues, and the cultural dynamics of a rapidly evolving frontier, suggesting a rich tapestry of life during a pivotal time in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Colton, Walter, 1797-1851
EBook No.: 69727
Published: Jan 7, 2023
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: California -- Gold discoveries
Subject: California -- History -- 1846-1850
LoCC: United States local history: Pacific States
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.