Publisher's Synopsis
""California: A Pleasure Trip From Gotham To The Golden Gate, April-June, 1877"" is a travelogue written by Mrs. Frank Leslie in 1877. The book chronicles her journey from New York City (""Gotham"") to California, where she explores the sights, sounds, and culture of the Golden State. Throughout the book, Mrs. Leslie provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, cities, and people she encounters along the way. She visits San Francisco, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and other notable destinations, and provides detailed accounts of the local customs, architecture, and natural beauty. In addition to her travelogue, Mrs. Leslie also includes personal anecdotes and observations about life in California in the late 19th century. She discusses the impact of the Gold Rush on the state's development, as well as the social and economic changes that were taking place at the time. Overall, ""California: A Pleasure Trip From Gotham To The Golden Gate, April-June, 1877"" is a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of California during a pivotal moment in its development. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, American history, or the West Coast.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.
