Books like Gold by Stewart Edward White

Name: Gold
Author: Stewart Edward White

Gold presents a vivid portrait of the 1849 feverish rush, capturing the frenetic migration of thousands who crossed Panama and the Isthmus of Panama, chasing the mythical bounty of gold that was said to lie deep along the Californian coast. The narrative conveys the wild desperation and peril of early prospectors as they ventured into uncharted territories in pursuit of wealth. Set during the height of the California Gold Rush, the novel explores the relentless drive of settlers, the expansive geography of the West, and the blend of hope and madness that defined the era. Through its portrayal of mass migration, Gold offers insight into the transformative period when the discovery of gold reshaped America’s frontier and drew ordinary men into extraordinary pursuits.

First publish date: 1900

Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction

Authors: Stewart Edward White

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