In Miners' Mirage-Land (1904)

By Idah Meacham Strobridge, Joe Duncan Gleason, Artemisia Bindery

Book Overview

In Miners' Mirage-Land is a book written by Idah Meacham Strobridge and published in 1904. The book is a memoir of Strobridge's time spent in the American West during the late 19th century. Strobridge was the wife of a mining engineer and spent much of her time living in mining camps and small towns in California, Nevada, and Arizona.The book is divided into a series of essays, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life in the mining camps. Strobridge writes about the harsh living conditions, the dangerous work of the miners, and the social and cultural life of the camps. She also provides a detailed account of the mining process and the various techniques used to extract gold and other precious metals from the earth.Throughout the book, Strobridge provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes and natural features of the American West, including the deserts, mountains, and canyons. She also writes about the wildlife and plant life found in the region, as well as the Native American tribes who lived there.In addition to her observations on life in the mining camps, Strobridge also reflects on the broader social and political issues of the time. She writes about the role of women in mining communities, the impact of industrialization on the American West, and the tensions between miners and mine owners.Overall, In Miners' Mirage-Land provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of mining camps in the late 19th century American West. Strobridge's writing is engaging and insightful, and her personal experiences add a unique perspective to the history of the region.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: 1163889490
• ISBN13: 9781163889497
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"