Historic Bay Area Visionaries

By Robin Chapman

Book Overview

For centuries, California's environment has nurtured remarkable people. Ohlone Lope Inigo found a way to protect his family in troubled times on the shores of San Francisco Bay. Pioneer Juana Briones made a fortune from her rancho yet took the time to care for those in need. Innovator Thomas Foon Chew discovered a climate for success, in spite of the obstacles. Around the region that became Silicon Valley, filmmaker Charlie Chaplin found inspiration, poet Robert Louis Stevenson uncovered adventure and Sarah Winchester built a house that would intrigue people long after she was gone. Author Robin Chapman shares fascinating tales of those who exemplify the enterprising spirit of the Golden State.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1467139068
• ISBN13: 9781467139069
• Release Date: October 2018
• Publisher: History Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 8.9"