California: A History Of Upper And Lower California From Their First Discovery To The Present Time (1839)

""California: A History of Upper and Lower California from Their First Discovery to the Present Time"" is a historical book written by Alexander Forbes in 1839. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of California, from the earliest days of its discovery by Spanish explorers to the present time. Forbes covers a wide range of topics, including the Spanish missions, the Mexican War of Independence, the Gold Rush, and the state's eventual admission to the United States. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the geography, climate, and natural resources of California, as well as the various cultures and peoples who have inhabited the region over the centuries. With its detailed and engaging prose, ""California"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of this fascinating state.""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.