Gold And Sunshine: Reminiscences Of Early California (1922)

By James J. Ayers

Book Overview

Gold and Sunshine: Reminiscences of Early California, written by James J. Ayers and published in 1922, is a historical memoir of Ayers' experiences living in California during the mid to late 1800s. The book is divided into chapters, each dedicated to a specific event or aspect of Ayers' life in California. Ayers begins by detailing his journey to California, which he undertook in search of gold during the California Gold Rush. He describes the harsh conditions of the journey and the challenges he faced upon arriving in California, including the difficulty of finding gold and the danger of bandits and other criminals. Throughout the book, Ayers provides vivid descriptions of life in California during this time period, including the social and economic dynamics of the state, the influence of the Catholic Church, and the impact of the Mexican-American War. He also recounts his personal experiences, such as his time spent working as a miner and his involvement in the formation of a vigilante group to combat crime in the area. Gold and Sunshine offers a unique perspective on the history of California, providing readers with an intimate look at the challenges and triumphs of life during this transformative period in American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West or the California Gold Rush.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: 1120624959
• ISBN13: 9781120624956
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"