Synopses & Reviews
Walking through the history of Northern California, you'll meet such lively and fascinating characters as Emperor Norton, the eccentric who dressed in imperial regalia and invented and used his own currency; Patty Reed, a young survivor from the Donner Party; Ishi, the last surviving member of the Yahi tribe; Snowshoe Thompson, a unique mailman; and Christo, an artist whose project literally covered most of Northern California's central valley.
Synopsis
Through thirty brief and entertaining historical episodes from the Golden State, this book tells the story of how Northern California grew up as a region and developed its unique personality. More than a retelling of the major events from Northern California's past, this book goes beyond the gold rush to illustrate the lives of little-known people and events that fill the remarkable story of the region.
Synopsis
Meet such lively and fascinating characters as Emperor Norton, Patty Reed, Ishi, Snowshoe Thompson, and Christo.