California And Oregon: Or Sights In The Gold Region, And Scenes By The Way (1851) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165345700)

""California and Oregon: Or Sights in the Gold Region, and Scenes by the Way"" is a historical travelogue written by Theodore Taylor Johnson in 1851. The book details Johnson's journey from New York to California during the Gold Rush of the mid-19th century. Johnson describes the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters along the way, including Native American tribes, Mexican settlements, and the diverse groups of people who flocked to California in search of gold. He also provides a firsthand account of the challenges and dangers of traveling across the country during this time period, including harsh weather, bandits, and disease.The book is divided into two parts, with the first focusing on Johnson's journey to California and the second on his experiences in the goldfields. In the latter half, he provides vivid descriptions of the mining process and the daily life of gold miners. Johnson also reflects on the social and economic impact of the Gold Rush on California and the United States as a whole.Overall, ""California and Oregon: Or Sights in the Gold Region, and Scenes by the Way"" offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history and the experiences of those who lived through it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Theodore Taylor Johnson
ISBN-10: 1165345706
ISBN-13: 9781165345700
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 364
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.07lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d