Discover Colorado’s mining frontier through a thorough, data-driven history with practical context for understanding its growth.
This edition provides a historical narrative paired with statistics on gold and silver mining, the institutions that supported it, and the laws that shaped the landscape. Colorado: The Mining Frontier offers a descriptive survey of mining operations, legislation, rail development, and the social and economic backdrop of the era. It weaves together practical details, such as ore yields, mining towns, and public institutions, to present a coherent portrait of the state’s mining era.
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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on an enthralling journey through the early history of Colorado, focusing on its transformation from a wild, uncharted territory into a burgeoning gold-mining region. From the first explorations by Spanish conquistadors to the frenzied rush of prospectors in the 1850s and 1860s, the book provides a vivid account of the struggles, triumphs, and setbacks of those who sought their fortune in the Rocky Mountains. The text chronicles the discovery of gold in the Gregory Diggings, the development of mining techniques, and the establishment of towns like Denver and Auraria. The author recounts the arduous process of building infrastructure and creating a society amidst the harsh realities of frontier life. Through detailed accounts of individual pioneers and events, the book captures the spirit of adventure, resourcefulness, and community that shaped the early days of Colorado. It offers insights into the challenges and rewards of pioneering a new land, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and determination in the pursuit of wealth and opportunity. The book paints a compelling picture of a period of American history filled with hardship and hope, reminding us of the enduring allure of gold and the human spirit's capacity for overcoming adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332007189_0
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Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781332007189
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Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781332007189
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Da: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 520 pages. 8.94x6.02x1.14 inches. This item is printed on demand. Codice articolo zk133200718X
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Da: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germania
Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware. Codice articolo 9781332007189
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Da: Buchpark, Trebbin, Germania
Condizione: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 520 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Codice articolo 26043989/2
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