Publisher's Synopsis
""Echoes of the Past About California and In Camp and Cabin"" is a book written by General John Bidwell, which has been released in a large print edition. The book is a memoir of Bidwell's experiences in California during the late 19th century. It is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Bidwell's early life and his journey to California, where he became a prominent figure in the state's history. The second part of the book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about Bidwell's time spent in camp and cabin, including his experiences as a hunter and explorer in the wilderness. The book offers a fascinating insight into the history of California and the life of one of its most influential figures. The large print edition makes it easier for readers with visual impairments to enjoy the book.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1928. Edited by Milo Milton Quaife, secretary and editor of the Burton Historical Collection. This volume contains the recitals of the experiences of two migrants from the Middle West to California, John Bidwell and John Steele. Bidwell's narrative chronicles the displacement of the California of the old regime by the newcomers. While Steele's is a realistic and typical portrait of the common run of miners' experiences and affords an excellent picture of the hazards and thrills, the joys and disappointments suffered by the Argonauts.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.
