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The California Gold Rush
In 1848, gold was discovered in California. This exciting news spread eastward. People from all walks of life with dreams of enormous riches packed up their belongings and left their comfortable homes behind in search of the hidden treasure. Author Linda Jacobs Altman describes the development of this rugged world of the mining towns, which sparked the development of California. Altman also highlights the stories of prospectors, bandits and thrill seekers who make up the legend and the myth of the time.
* Reviews *
This series presents concepts and events in American history that are well explained and easily accessible to students. Illustrations, photographs, and other primary source materials augment the text. Quotes and written excerpts backed up by extensive source notes indicate the authors' thorough research. However, potential buyers must be aware that these books are reissued editions of previously published works from the late 1990s. In some cases the text is identical while Internet addresses, suggestions for further reading, and some illustrations have been changed., Library Media Connection October 2012
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