A Quaker Forty-Niner The Adventures Of Charles Edward Pancoast On The American Frontier

""A Quaker Forty-Niner: The Adventures Of Charles Edward Pancoast On The American Frontier"" by Anna Paschall Hannum is a non-fiction book that tells the story of Charles Edward Pancoast, a Quaker who traveled to California during the Gold Rush of 1849. The book is based on Pancoast's diary entries and letters to his family, providing a firsthand account of his experiences on the American frontier.The book explores Pancoast's journey from his home in New Jersey to California, where he hoped to strike it rich in the gold mines. Along the way, he encountered various obstacles and challenges, including dangerous river crossings, hostile Native American tribes, and harsh weather conditions.Despite these challenges, Pancoast persevered and eventually settled in California, where he became a successful farmer and businessman. The book also delves into Pancoast's personal life, including his marriage to a fellow Quaker and his involvement in the abolitionist movement.Through Pancoast's story, the book offers a unique perspective on the Gold Rush and life on the American frontier in the mid-19th century. It also sheds light on the Quaker community's role in shaping American history and culture. Overall, ""A Quaker Forty-Niner"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history or the Gold Rush era.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.