Four Months Among the Gold-Finders in Alta California Being the Diary of an Expedition From San Francisco to the Gold Districts
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Language: EnglishPublished:
Authors:
- Vizetelly, Henry
1820 - 1894
About this book
In the midst of a transformative era marked by the California Gold Rush, "Four Months Among the Gold-Finders in Alta California" by J. Tyrwhitt Brooks, M.D., offers an intimate glimpse into the fervor of fortune-seekers. This diary chronicles the expedition from San Francisco to the gold districts, capturing the grit and ambition of those pursuing unalienable rights to prosperity. Brooks vividly describes the treacherous landscapes and the camaraderie forged among adventurers, providing a unique perspective on the Second Amendment's implications during this tumultuous period. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this firsthand account not only illuminates the gold rush's impact on society but also serves as a vital document for understanding American resilience and aspiration.
