1893, 1st, HUNTING FOR GOLD, REMINISCENCES OF PERSONAL EXPERIENCE, by DOWNIE, CA

Description: Hunting for Gold: Reminiscences of Personal Experience and Research in the Early Days of the Pacific Coast from Alaska to Panama by Major William Downie [Founder of Downieville, California] San Francisco, CA: The California Publishing Co 1893 First Edition Octavo, 407 pages, publisher's original gilt lettered blue cloth covered boards. Illustrated with black and white plates. Texblock cracked through in several places resulting in some detached pages, spine sunned, slight rubbing, else in good condition. Hunting for Gold: Reminiscences of Personal Experience and Research in the Early Days of the Pacific Coast from Alaska to Panama by Major William Downie is a captivating memoir that chronicles the author’s adventures during the California Gold Rush era. Published in 1893, the book offers firsthand accounts of the perilous journeys, discoveries, and interactions with diverse communities that Downie encountered while seeking fortune along the Pacific Coast. Downie’s vivid descriptions of the rugged landscapes, the challenges of gold prospecting, and his encounters with Indigenous peoples provide readers with a unique perspective on the Gold Rush's impact across regions from Alaska to Panama. Rich in historical detail, the memoir is both a personal narrative and a valuable record of the tumultuous early days of settlement and exploration along the Pacific frontier. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.

Price: 154 USD

Location: West Chester, Pennsylvania

End Time: 2024-10-13T18:47:32.000Z

Shipping Cost: 0 USD