Le Tour du Monde; Californie by Various

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Author Various
Editor Charton, Édouard, 1807-1890
Title Le Tour du Monde; Californie
Journal des voyages et des voyageurs; 2. sem. 1860
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Summary "Le Tour du Monde; Californie" by Various is a collection of travel narratives written in the mid-19th century. This work encapsulates the experiences and adventures of various writers exploring California during the Gold Rush era, revealing the allure and challenges of life in a booming new territory. The focus is on the diverse journeys of characters driven by fortune seeking and adventure, specifically detailing the journeys of individuals such as Baron de Wogan. At the start of the collection, the narrative introduces readers to the arrival of the Baron de Wogan in San Francisco aboard a steamboat, accompanied by fellow adventurers enticed by the promise of gold. The bustling, chaotic environment of San Francisco in 1850, teeming with immigrants and driven by the fervor of gold-seeking, sets the stage for their exploits. As Wogan and his companions embark on their mining venture toward the gold placers, the text explores themes of hope, disappointment, and the wilderness's untamed nature, framing the protagonist's vision of a solitary, adventurous life amidst the challenges presented by both nature and the local indigenous population. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Subject Geography -- Pictorial works -- Periodicals
Subject Voyages and travels -- Periodicals
Subject Travelers -- Periodicals
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EBook-No. 23285
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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