Death Valley in '49: An Important Chapter of California Pioneer History - Hardcover

""Death Valley in '49"" is a historical book written by William Lewis Manly. It recounts the harrowing journey of a group of California pioneers who set out on a perilous journey to the gold mines of California in 1849. The book provides an important and detailed account of the challenges and dangers faced by the pioneers, including treacherous terrain, extreme weather conditions, and hostile Native American tribes. Manly's vivid descriptions of the landscape and the people he encountered during his journey make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of California and the American West. The book also offers insights into the social and economic conditions of the time, as well as the motivations that drove people to undertake such a dangerous journey. Overall, ""Death Valley in '49"" is a compelling and informative read that provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and experiences of California pioneers during the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West and the pioneering spirit that helped shape the region's development.1894. Illustrated by Alson Clark. The autobiography of a pioneer, detailing his life from a humble home in the Green Mountains to the gold mines of California and particularly reciting the sufferings of the bank of men, women and children who gave Death Valley its name. Manly's narrative stands out among the many written of the days of �������49 for several reasons. In the first place, Manly's book is one of the most vivid because it tells the most poignant experience of any of the adventures. It is one of the enduring tales of human heroism. Next to the tale itself comes the heroic figure of the man who tells the tale-the story of the tragedy of which he was, himself, a part. Among his companions, men and women of the Death Valley party, Manly is the outstanding figure, not that he strives to so distinguish himself, but because the facts make him so.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.