Description: This book chronicles the captivating history of Amador County, California, from its early exploration and settlement to its development into a thriving gold-mining region. It delves into the challenges faced by early pioneers as they navigated the rugged terrain and encountered Native American tribes. The author sheds light on the discovery of gold and the subsequent gold rush that transformed the region, detailing the establishment of mining towns, the techniques used for extracting gold, and the impact of this industry on the county's economy and society. Readers will discover the rich tapestry of Amador County's past, including the establishment of missions by Spanish Franciscan friars, the Mexican-American War, and the arrival of American settlers. The book explores the social and political landscape of the county, highlighting the challenges of law enforcement, the impact of political parties, and the fight for the county seat. The author also delves into the geological wonders of the region, including the formation of mineral veins and the unique features of the landscape. Through vivid descriptions and historical accounts, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of Amador County's evolution. It serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of the people who shaped this region and leaves readers with a profound appreciation for the enduring legacy of California's gold country. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
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Book Title: History of Amador County, California : With Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 488 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: United States / General
Item Height: 1 in
Publication Year: 2015
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: History
Item Weight: 22.8 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Jesse D. Mason
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
