Description: Experiences of a Forty-Niner by Wm. G. Johnston A Member of the Wagon Train First to Enter California in the Memorable Year 1849 Pittsburgh: Privately Printed 1892 First Edition Laid in is a typed note dated July 28, 1913, stating that 318 copies were printed, with only four copies remaining. The note reads: "I am sending same to Vallie, Sister, Paul, and Mary Reed to-day. Stewart Johnston." Stewart Johnston, the son of the author, signed the note in type. Additionally, the front free endpaper bears a pencil inscription from Robert Crawford Johnston of Wayne, PA, along with a bookplate. Octavo, 390 pages, publisher's original gilt lettered green cloth covered boards with bevelled edges. Floral endpapers, illustrated throughout with black and white plates. Front hinge cracked through, rear hinge fraying, lacks the map, else in good condition. Experiences of a Forty-Niner by William G. Johnston is a historically significant and rare memoir that offers an intimate glimpse into the California Gold Rush of 1849. Published in 1892, the book captures Johnston’s journey as part of one of the earliest wagon trains to California, providing vivid descriptions of the grueling overland trek, the camaraderie and conflicts among travelers, and the harsh realities of life in the goldfields. Johnston's detailed observations of early California settlements, including Sacramento and San Francisco, document a transformative period in American history. His firsthand account stands out for its authenticity and insight, making it a valuable resource for historians and collectors alike. Due to its limited print run and age, the book is a rare artifact, highly sought after by those interested in the Gold Rush, westward expansion, and personal narratives of the 19th century. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.
Price: 1732.5 USD
Location: West Chester, Pennsylvania
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: Pittsburgh
Language: English
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Illustrated
Author: William G. Johnston
Region: North America
Publisher: Privately Printed
Topic: Historical
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1892
