The Official Guide to the Klondyke Country and the Gold Fields of
Alaska promises vivid descriptions and thrilling experiences from
the title page. Published as a thorough instruction manual on how
and why to mine in the Alaska 1897 gold rush, the guide includes
maps and detailed original illustrations, first-hand accounts from
pioneers in the area, and advice for traveling, lodging, finding
food, and striking gold. A fascinating look into the minds and
hearts of settlers hoping to make their fortunes in an uncharted
and unforgiving environment, The Official guide to the Klondyke
Country is a must-read for anyone interested in American
history.The W.B. CONKEY COMPANY was once the largest publisher and
printer in the world. Founded in 1877 and located in Hammond,
Indiana, the publisher was family owned and run, boasting the
largest printing plant in the world from 1906 to 1908, as well as
being one of the first publishers to establish a cost-effective way
of producing books by using modern equipment. The company was sold
to Rand McNally in 1949.
General
| Imprint: |
Cosimo Classics
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
September 2010 |
| First published: |
September 2010 |
| Authors: |
W.B. Conkey Company
|
| Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 17mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Paperback - Trade
|
| Pages: |
300 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-61640-401-7 |
| Categories: |
Books >
Humanities >
History >
General
Books >
History >
General
|
| LSN: |
1-61640-401-9 |
| Barcode: |
9781616404017 |
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