Sixteen Months At The Gold Diggings (1851)

By Daniel B. Woods

Book Overview

Sixteen Months At The Gold Diggings is a book written by Daniel B. Woods and published in 1851. The book is a memoir of Woods' experiences during the California Gold Rush of 1849-1850. The author describes his journey from New York to California, the challenges he faced along the way, and his experiences in the gold fields. Woods provides a vivid account of the day-to-day life of a gold miner, including the backbreaking work, the harsh living conditions, and the constant danger of disease and violence. He also describes the social dynamics of the gold fields, including the interactions between different nationalities and races. The book is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of one of the most significant events in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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: 1166972275
• ISBN13: 9781166972271
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"