California

""California: A History Of Upper And Lower California From Their First Discovery To The Present Time"" is a book written by Alexander Forbes and published in 1839. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of California, covering both Upper and Lower California, from the time of their discovery by European explorers up until the time of publication. Forbes delves into the early history of California, discussing the indigenous people who inhabited the region long before the arrival of Europeans. He then goes on to chronicle the Spanish conquest of California, the establishment of missions, and the subsequent colonization of the region by the Spanish. The book also covers the Mexican period of California's history, including the Mexican War of Independence and the Mexican-American War, which ultimately led to California becoming part of the United States. Forbes provides a detailed account of the Gold Rush of 1849, which brought thousands of people to California in search of fortune and forever changed the state's history.Throughout the book, Forbes provides insights into the political, economic, and social developments that shaped California's history, as well as the cultural and environmental factors that have made the state what it is today. Overall, ""California: A History Of Upper And Lower California From Their First Discovery To The Present Time"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of California, from its earliest days to the mid-19th century.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.