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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book follows the life of a young man from his boyhood in Ireland to traveling to California as part of the gold rush. The story takes place in the mid-1800's and offers a first-hand account of the trials and tribulations of the journey West. The author, just 16 years old, traveling with his sister, brother-in-law, and another man, finds adventure at every turn. From having to jump from a burning ship to encountering Indians to learning the tricks of the rugged terrain, he keeps the reader on the edge of their seat as he illustrates the difficulties faced by the travelers. Even once arriving, life in California proves to be challenging, with hunger and starvation being a constant threat, and the author must learn to work together, as well as rely on his wits to survive. This book will appeal to those who enjoy adventure, history, and true stories of survival. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780260842756_0
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