The Bonanza Trail

The Bonanza Trail Ghost Towns and Mining Camps of the West

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Publisher's Synopsis

The Bonanza Trail: Ghost Towns And Mining Camps Of The West is a comprehensive guidebook written by Muriel Sibell Wolle. The book takes readers on a journey through the western United States, exploring the various ghost towns and mining camps that once thrived in the region.Wolle's detailed descriptions and historical accounts provide readers with a vivid picture of what life was like in these towns during the gold and silver rushes of the 1800s. She covers everything from the boom and bust cycles of the mining industry to the daily lives of the people who lived and worked in these remote communities.The book is organized by state, making it easy for readers to plan their own trips to explore these fascinating sites. Each chapter includes maps, photographs, and detailed information on the towns and their histories, as well as practical tips for visiting and exploring the area.Overall, The Bonanza Trail is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, mining and prospecting, or ghost towns and abandoned places. Wolle's engaging writing style and meticulous research make this book an informative and enjoyable read for both armchair travelers and adventurous explorers alike.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781163815670
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: 978
Language: English
Number of pages: 528
Weight: 1174g
Height: 210mm
Width: 279mm
Spine width: 26mm