Gold, Rawhide And Iron: The Biography Of Dorsey Syng Baker

By Helen Baker Reynolds

Book Overview

Gold, Rawhide and Iron: The Biography of Dorsey Syng Baker is a book written by Helen Baker Reynolds. The book is a comprehensive account of the life of Dorsey Syng Baker, a prominent figure in the American West during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Baker was a mining engineer, businessman, and politician who played a crucial role in the development of the mining industry in the western United States.The book covers Baker's early life, his education, and his career as a mining engineer. It also details his business ventures, including his involvement in the development of the Rawhide mining district in Nevada. The book also covers Baker's political career, including his time as a U.S. Senator from Nevada.Reynolds draws on a variety of sources to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of Baker. She includes anecdotes from Baker's personal life, as well as insights into his business and political dealings. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating look at the life of one of the most important figures in the history of the American West.Overall, Gold, Rawhide and Iron is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, the mining industry, or the life of Dorsey Syng Baker. Reynolds' engaging writing style and thorough research make this book an enjoyable and informative read.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: 1428653791
• ISBN13: 9781428653795
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"