Before The Gringo Came (1894)

Before The Gringo Came is a historical novel written by Gertrude Atherton in 1894. The story is set in California during the Mexican period, before the arrival of American settlers. The book follows the lives of a wealthy Spanish family, the Alvarados, and their struggles to maintain their power and status in a changing society. The narrative is told through the eyes of two young girls, Consuelo and Chata, who are cousins and members of the Alvarado family. The girls witness the political and social upheavals of the time, including the Mexican-American War, and the arrival of American settlers. The novel explores themes of identity, culture, and power, and provides a vivid depiction of life in early California. Atherton's writing is praised for its vivid descriptions and historical accuracy, making Before The Gringo Came a valuable work of historical fiction.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.