9780282708139 - A Pretty Fair View of the Eliphent: Or Ten Letters by Charles G. Hinman, Written During His Trip Overland From Groveland, Illinois, to California in ... Fields in 1... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book transports you to the heart of the Gold Rush, offering a gripping firsthand account of a journey to California in 1849. The author, a husband and father from Illinois, chronicles his arduous overland trek with vivid detail, capturing the daily struggles and triumphs of the westward migration. Through his letters, the reader experiences the trials of the journey ââ â the unforgiving landscape, harsh weather, and constant fear of disease and Indian attacks. He reveals the human side of the gold rush, detailing the camaraderie amongst the travelers, the loss of companions to cholera, and the deep longing for home. As the author's journey unfolds, he explores the complex motivations behind the gold rush, from the allure of riches to the desire for a new life. This book delves into the harsh realities of a frontier adventure, capturing a pivotal moment in American history with its insights into the human spirit and the relentless pursuit of opportunity. 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.