California

""California: An Intimate History"" is a book written by Gertrude Atherton that provides a comprehensive account of California's history from its early beginnings to the modern era. The author delves into the state's rich cultural and social heritage, exploring the lives of its diverse inhabitants, including Native Americans, Spanish colonizers, Mexican ranchers, and Gold Rush pioneers. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a specific period in California's history. The first section focuses on the state's pre-colonial era, describing the customs and traditions of the indigenous peoples who inhabited the region for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. The subsequent sections detail the Spanish and Mexican periods, the Gold Rush, the rise of the movie industry, and the growth of California's economy and population in the 20th century. Throughout the book, Atherton provides vivid descriptions of the state's natural beauty, from its rugged coastline to its towering mountains and vast deserts. She also explores the state's complex political and social history, discussing issues such as race relations, labor struggles, and environmental activism. Overall, ""California: An Intimate History"" is a fascinating and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on one of America's most dynamic and diverse states. It is a must-read for anyone interested in California's rich history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.