Excerpt from Down the Mother Lode
The geologist and the historian agree as to its location and composition, but the old miners and' 'sojourners' 'of the vanished golden era give strangely different versions of it. Some of these are here set down, if not all for your enlightenment at least, I hope, for your entertainment.
That is, after all, the principal aim of these tales of the old days. 1n California, that are gone for good. Mark Twain says in his preface to Roughing It that there is a great deal of information in his work, which he regrets very much but which really could not be helped, as information seems to stew out of me naturally, like the precious ottar of roses out of the otter!
These stories make no such: particular claim! They are merely historical fragments of their everyday life, gathered from a passing generation before they shall be finally lost. Each one is based upon truth. Somewhere, sometime, some place, certain characters lived the scenes and actions here described.
The title Mother Lode has been used in its broader sense, as exemplifying the source of all gold in California, and the life which arose from it.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, comprising authentic accounts from the Gold Rush era, unveils a bygone era through the eyes of its pioneers. Its pages chronicle the adventures, struggles, and triumphs of a diverse cast of characters amidst the transformative backdrop of California's gold fields. The author presents a glimpse into the lives of prospectors, outlaws, and settlers, revealing the indomitable spirit that shaped the Golden State. Through narratives rich in historical detail, the book transports readers to a time of unbridled optimism, lawlessness, and the transformative power of human ambition. It offers a profound reflection on the enduring legacy of the Gold Rush, its impact on the American frontier, and the timeless themes of wealth, justice, and the pursuit of dreams. 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. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780243384570_0
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