Sutter's Own Story: The Life Of General John Augustus Sutter And The History Of New Helvetia In The Sacramento Valley (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432557287)

Sutter's Own Story is a comprehensive biography of General John Augustus Sutter, a prominent figure in California's history. Written by Erwin G. Gudde, the book explores Sutter's life in detail, from his birth in Switzerland to his arrival in America and his establishment of New Helvetia in the Sacramento Valley.The book covers Sutter's many accomplishments, including his founding of the first settlement in the Sacramento Valley, his development of a successful agricultural enterprise, and his role in the California Gold Rush. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriages and relationships with his children.Throughout the book, Gudde provides historical context and analysis of the events and people that shaped Sutter's life and the history of California. The author draws on primary sources, including Sutter's own letters and diaries, to paint a vivid picture of the man and his times.Overall, Sutter's Own Story is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in California history or the life of an influential figure in American history.The German-Swiss Sutter Gives A Valuable Account Of Pioneer Days In California And The Colonizing Of The Sacramento Valley.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: Erwin G. Gudde
ISBN-10: 1432557289
ISBN-13: 9781432557287
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 268
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.87lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.61d