Publisher's Synopsis
The Heroine of '49: A Story of the Pacific Coast is a historical novel written by Mary P. Sawtelle. The story is set in California during the gold rush era of 1849 and follows the life of a young woman named Mary, who becomes a heroine in her own right. Mary is a strong and independent character who faces many challenges as she navigates the rugged terrain and dangerous social climate of the West Coast during this tumultuous time. She is determined to make a life for herself and her family, and her bravery and resourcefulness are put to the test as she encounters a variety of obstacles and adversaries. Along the way, Mary forms alliances with other strong women who are also seeking their place in this new world. The book is a vivid and engaging account of the struggles and triumphs of women during this pivotal period in American history.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.
