My Sacramento

By Charles Browning

Book Overview

My Sacramento is a book written by Charles Browning and published in 1922. The book is a personal memoir of the author's experiences and observations of Sacramento, California, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Browning provides a vivid description of Sacramento's history, culture, and people, highlighting the city's growth and development over time. He discusses the city's early days as a Gold Rush town, its transformation into a bustling commercial center, and its role as the state capital of California. The author also delves into the social and political issues of the time, including the impact of the Chinese Exclusion Act, the struggle for women's suffrage, and the labor movement. He shares his personal experiences and interactions with notable figures such as Governor Hiram Johnson and writer Jack London. Throughout the book, Browning offers a nostalgic and affectionate view of Sacramento, highlighting its unique character and charm. My Sacramento is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the history and culture of one of California's most important cities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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: 1163928704
• ISBN13: 9781163928707
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"