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100 1 _aDillon, Guillaume Patrice
245 1 0 _aCalifornie
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-07-09
508 _aProduced by Harry Lamé, André Engels and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (Koninklijke Bibliotheek, The Hague)
520 _a"Californie" by Guillaume Patrice Dillon is a firsthand account of the early Gold Rush era in California, particularly focused on San Francisco, written in the mid-19th century. The book is a detailed travelogue that captures the chaotic yet vibrant atmosphere of a burgeoning city during a time of immense change and opportunity, exploring themes of aspiration, adventure, and the darker sides of ambition and lawlessness prevalent in the region. In "Californie," Dillon recounts his experiences as he arrives in San Francisco, describing the city as a bustling hub filled with fortune seekers from all walks of life. He paints a vivid picture of the diverse population, including miners, merchants, and outlaws, while highlighting the extreme contrasts between wealth and poverty, opportunity and danger. The narrative documents the lawlessness of the time, the prevalence of gambling, and the harsh living conditions faced by many, despite the promise of riches in the gold mines. Dillon's reflections on the social dynamics, interactions between various nationalities, and the unique challenges of daily life in the city provide readers with a comprehensive look at a pivotal moment in American history, showcasing both the hopeful and tumultuous spirit of early California. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCalifornia -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36680
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