Books like The decline of the Californios by Leonard Pitt

Set in 19th‑century California, Gertrude Atherton’s historical romance follows a young Mexican woman drawn into political intrigue and romance amid the state’s turbulent early years.

Eduardo F. Calcines shares his journey from childhood in Castro's Cuba to becoming a successful American businessman, detailing the 11-year wait his family faced before emigrating.

In the twenty-one years since the first edition was published, the changes in the Mexican American community in the United States have been great indeed. In this second edition of The Chicanos - with a new title - the authors have expanded their highly successful book to include the more recent past: the Chicanos' Movimiento of the late sixties and seventies; their considerable political and economic achievements; improvements in immigration law; the creative explosion in literature and the fine arts; the increased role of Chicanas; the rise and decline of four great leaders - Cesar Chavez, "Corky" Gonzalez, Reies Lopez Tijerina, Jose Angel Gutierrez. A more extensive account is provided of the pre-Columbian world and of the impact of the early Spanish, who strongly influenced the rich Mexican culture. The long struggle of the Mexican American to be accepted by the Anglo community is not over and remains of great concern.

Captain Sean Mulkerin returns to his Malibu ranch, only to find it threatened by debt and greed. With his brother, he follows clues to a rumored gold treasure hidden by their father in California’s hills, facing creditors, rivals, and perilous conditions.

A look at the rancho way of life in 19th century California.