The Gold Rush A Primary Source History of the Search for Gold in California |
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| Author:
| O'Donnell, Kerri |
| Series title: | Primary Sources in American History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8239-3682-3 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2003 |
| Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | Rosen Reference |
| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $29.25USD $21.95USD $37.13 |
Book Description:
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The infamous gold rush in California began on January 24, 1848, when James Marshall discovered a bit of gold in a stream. This well-written book, replete with fascinating historical documents such as the very pencil sketch Marshal drew indicating where he had discovered gold, introduces middle school audiences to a fascinating period in American history. An excellent title in this highly acclaimed new series.
The infamous gold rush in California began on January 24, 1848, when James Marshall discovered a bit of gold in a stream. This well-written book, replete with fascinating historical documents such as the very pencil sketch Marshal drew indicating where he had discovered gold, introduces middle school audiences to a fascinating period in American history. An excellent title in this highly acclaimed new series.