Publisher's Synopsis
""Gold, Rawhide and Iron: The Biography of Dorsey Syng Baker"" is a book written by Helen Baker Reynolds that details the life and accomplishments of Dorsey Syng Baker. The book chronicles Baker's rise from humble beginnings to become a successful businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Baker is known for his contributions to the mining industry and for his role in the development of the American West. The book covers his early life in Pennsylvania, his move to California during the Gold Rush, and his eventual success as a mining magnate. It also explores his personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Mary, and his relationships with his children. The book is a comprehensive look at the life of an important figure in American history and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West.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.
