Description
Hardcover has some normal wear. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This vintage copy of “The discovery of gold in California” by John Scherzer Hittel provides a fascinating window into one of the most transformative events in American history. Published in the late 19th century, Hittel’s account offers a contemporary perspective on the California Gold Rush, which began in 1848 and triggered a massive influx of prospectors, entrepreneurs, and settlers to the West Coast. As an early historian of this pivotal era, Hittel’s work is highly regarded for its firsthand insights and primary source material. This book would be a prized addition for collectors of Americana, Gold Rush history, or early California narratives. Readers will appreciate Hittel’s vivid descriptions of the challenges faced by the “49ers,” the rapid growth of boomtowns like San Francisco, and the lasting impact of the gold fever on the region’s development and cultural identity.
