A pioneer voyage to California and round the world, 1849 to 1852, ship Alhambra, Captain George Coffin

By George Coffin

Book Overview

A Pioneer Voyage To California And Round The World, 1849 To 1852 is a historical account of George Coffin's travels and experiences during the mid-19th century. The book begins with Coffin's journey from his hometown in Maine to California during the Gold Rush of 1849. He describes the challenges and dangers of the voyage, including encounters with pirates and rough seas.Once in California, Coffin provides a detailed account of life during the Gold Rush, including the harsh living conditions and the struggles of mining for gold. He also describes the various characters he meets along the way, from fellow pioneers to Native Americans.After his time in California, Coffin embarks on a journey around the world, visiting places such as China, Japan, and Australia. He provides fascinating insights into the cultures and customs of these countries, as well as the challenges of traveling during this time period.Overall, A Pioneer Voyage To California And Round The World, 1849 To 1852 is a captivating historical account that offers a unique perspective on the experiences of a pioneer during the mid-19th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164542842
• ISBN13: 9781164542841
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.3"