The Gold Rush: A Primary Source History of the Search for Gold in California

By Kerri O'Donnell

Book Overview

The infamous gold rush in California began on January 24, 1848, when James Marshall discovered a bit of gold in a stream. This well-written book, replete with fascinating historical documents such as... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0823936821
• ISBN13: 9780823936823
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.1" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8

Customer Reviews

Re-creates the American Gold Rush history and experience

The Gold Rush joins others in Rosen's fine 'Primary Sources in American History' series, using primary source material to document the search for gold in California. From old sketches and maps reproduced for illustration to newspaper articles from the times, this re-creates the American Gold Rush history and experience for grades 4-7 and will prove an important addition to any elementary library on California history.