California as it is, and as it may be : or, A guide to the gold region
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"California as it is, and as it may be: or, A guide to the gold region" by F. P. Wierzbicki is a detailed guidebook written in the mid-19th century. This informative work provides insights into the geography, resources, and mining opportunities in California, particularly in light of the gold rush that attracted many prospectors. The author aims to present a realistic portrayal of California's potential and needs, especially regarding the proper management
of its land and resources. At the start of the book, the author establishes his credentials as someone experienced in California after living there for several years and exploring the gold region extensively. He discusses the geographical features and resources of Upper California, promoting the idea that the territory possesses immense agricultural and mineral potential. Wierzbicki emphasizes the need for increased population and organized efforts to develop California effectively, highlighting agricultural prospects and addressing the gold mining opportunities while cautioning against the misconceptions surrounding the gold rush. With practical advice, the author seeks to guide newcomers and settlers in making informed decisions about their prospects in the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wierzbicki, Felix Paul, 1815-1860 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 74268876 |
| Title | California as it is, and as it may be : or, A guide to the gold region |
| Credits |
Produced by Jan-Fabian Humann, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | California -- Description and travel |
| Subject | California -- Gold discoveries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48156 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-48156-2 |
| Release Date | Feb 4, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 218 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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