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The Proud Breed is a meticulously researched historical romance that chronicles the rise of a California family over several decades, from the decade before the 1849 Gold Rush to the close of the century. With a strong‑minded Californio protagonist and a weary, itinerant Yankee soldier as its heart, the novel depicts how they fall in love, defy societal expectations, and forge an empire grounded in landholding, Palomino horses, and entrepreneurial spirit amid the rapid expansion of California. Set against real historical figures and events, the story offers an exhilarating, believable, and heartfelt portrayal of life during the Gold Rush and its aftermath.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Celeste De Blasis
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