The History Of The Comstock Lode 1850-1920 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436705301)

The History of the Comstock Lode 1850-1920 is a book written by Grant H. Smith that provides a detailed account of the Comstock Lode, a major silver deposit discovered in Nevada in the mid-19th century. The book covers the history of the Comstock Lode from its discovery in 1859 to its decline in the early 20th century. It explores the economic, social, and political impact of the Comstock Lode on Nevada and the United States as a whole. The book also delves into the lives of the people who worked and lived on the Comstock, including miners, entrepreneurs, and politicians. It includes photographs and illustrations to help readers visualize the era and the people who lived during that time. Overall, The History of the Comstock Lode 1850-1920 is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a fascinating look into the history of one of the most significant silver deposits in American history.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: Grant H. Smith
ISBN-10: 1436705304
ISBN-13: 9781436705301
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 312
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d