The Golden Hub, Sacramento

19th century Northern California revolved around Sacramento... the Hub for transportation, politics, and California's vibrant Gold Rush era. Compiled from history books written in 1880s and dozens of primary source documents including diaries, journals, letters and newspapers including The Sacramento Union, The Sacramento Bee, The Folsom Telegraph and others. Excerpts from diaries and journals of over 50 different Gold Rush era individuals who were in Sacramento are included in The Golden Hub. Only a half dozen of these voices have ever been heard before. These colorful new personalities bring an enlightening new dimension to Sacramento's history through their first person accounts of the life and times in the area. Not edited (except for length), not interpreted and NOT politically correct! The 5th in a series of award-winning California history books. 312 pages with a restored photo on every page.