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100 1 _aStoddard, Charles Warren,
_d1843-1909
245 1 0 _aIn the Footprints of the Padres
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-08-29
505 0 _aOld days in El Dorado -- A bit of old China -- With the egg-pickers of the Farallones -- A memory of Monterey -- In a Californian bungalow -- Primeval California -- Inland yachting -- In Yosemite shadows -- An affair of the Misty City.
508 _aProduced by PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"In the Footprints of the Padres" by Charles Warren Stoddard is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book offers a vivid portrayal of life during the rise of California, particularly through the lens of the early days of San Francisco, intertwining the experiences of its residents with the romantic and adventurous essence of the time. The opening of the narrative captures a young boy's perspective as he embarks on a transformative journey from Rochester, New York, to the enchanting landscapes of California. Through rich descriptions and personal reflections, the author paints a vibrant picture of this transition, interspersing elements of nostalgia and excitement. The young narrator recounts their family's decision to join their father, offering a glimpse of the challenges and the exhilaration of travel, including a tumultuous sea voyage and the discovery of the new land that lay ahead. The initial chapters set the stage for an exploration of the rich history, cultures, and landscapes that defined early California. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCalifornia -- Description and travel
653 _aSan Francisco (Calif.)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13321
999 _c54711
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