Mad Rush For Gold In Frozen North (1914)

By Arthur Arnold Dietz

Book Overview

Mad Rush For Gold In Frozen North is a historical account of the Klondike Gold Rush that took place in the late 19th century. Written by Arthur Arnold Dietz and published in 1914, the book provides a detailed and vivid description of the harsh conditions and challenges faced by the prospectors who flocked to the Yukon Territory in search of gold.The book covers the events leading up to the gold rush, including the discovery of gold by George Carmack and his companions, and the subsequent rush of thousands of prospectors to the region. It also provides a detailed account of the journey to the Yukon, including the treacherous and often deadly conditions faced by those who traveled overland through the harsh Canadian wilderness.Once in the Yukon, the book describes the various methods used by prospectors to search for gold, including panning, sluicing, and hydraulic mining. It also discusses the social and economic impact of the gold rush on the region, including the rise of boom towns and the development of new industries to support the influx of prospectors.Overall, Mad Rush For Gold In Frozen North provides a fascinating insight into one of the most significant events in North American history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the Klondike Gold Rush and the pioneering spirit of those who participated in it.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: 1120321689
• ISBN13: 9781120321688
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"