Personal Reminiscences Of Early Days In California

By George Congdon Gorham and Stephen Johnson Field

Book Overview

""Personal Reminiscences of Early Days in California"" is a book written by Stephen Johnson Field. The book is a collection of personal accounts and memories of Field's experiences during the early days of California's history. Field was a prominent figure in California's history, serving as the state's first Supreme Court justice and later as a justice on the U.S. Supreme Court. In the book, Field shares his experiences of traveling to California during the Gold Rush, his interactions with various Native American tribes, and his involvement in the state's politics. He also provides insights into the social and cultural aspects of life in California during this time, including the development of San Francisco, the growth of the cattle industry, and the impact of the Mexican-American War. Field's writing style is engaging and personal, providing readers with a unique perspective on California's history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early days of California, as well as those interested in the life and experiences of Stephen Johnson Field.To Which Is Added The Story Of His Attempted Assassination By A Former Associate On The Supreme Bench Of The State By Hon. George C. Gorman.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: 1162941324
• ISBN13: 9781162941325
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"