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History Of Santa Cruz County, California (1892)

History Of Santa Cruz County, California (1892)

Harrison, Edward Sanford

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World HistoryRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 116190512X
ISBN13: 9781161905120
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 510
Weight: 3.22
Height: 1.13 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The History of Santa Cruz County, California (1892) is a comprehensive account of the early development and growth of Santa Cruz County, California. Written by Edward Sanford Harrison, the book covers a range of topics, including the region's natural resources, early settlement, Native American inhabitants, and the development of the county's economy and infrastructure.The book begins with a description of the county's geography and natural resources, including its forests, rivers, and coastline. Harrison then delves into the history of the region, beginning with the arrival of Spanish explorers in the 18th century and the establishment of the Mission Santa Cruz. He also discusses the impact of the Gold Rush on the region, as well as the growth of agriculture and commerce in the 19th century.Throughout the book, Harrison provides detailed accounts of the county's early settlers, including their struggles and triumphs in carving out a life in a new and often harsh environment. He also provides insights into the lives and customs of the region's Native American tribes, including the Ohlone and the Costanoan.The book concludes with a discussion of the county's growth and development in the late 19th century, including the construction of railroads, the establishment of new towns and cities, and the emergence of tourism as a major industry. Throughout the book, Harrison's writing is clear and engaging, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the early history of Santa Cruz County, California.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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