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Hard Road West

- History and Geology along the Gold Rush Trail

About Hard Road West

In 1849, news of the discovery of gold in California triggered an enormous wave of emigration toward the Pacific. Lured by the promise of riches, thousands of settlers left behind the forests, rain, and fertile soil of the eastern United States in favor of the rough-hewn lands of the American West. This title brings their perspective to life.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780226519609
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 352
  • Published:
  • October 31, 2007
  • Dimensions:
  • 159x235x28 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 672 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: October 26, 2025

Description of Hard Road West

In 1849, news of the discovery of gold in California triggered an enormous wave of emigration toward the Pacific. Lured by the promise of riches, thousands of settlers left behind the forests, rain, and fertile soil of the eastern United States in favor of the rough-hewn lands of the American West. This title brings their perspective to life.

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