| Author |
Davis, John Francis, 1859-1930 |
| Title |
California Romantic and Resourceful
A plea for the Collection, Preservation and Diffusion of Information Relating to Pacific Coast History
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 51.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Schwan. HTML version by Al Haines.
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| Summary |
"California Romantic and Resourceful" by John Francis Davis is a historical account written during the early 20th century. This text explores the rich and intricate history of California, emphasizing the importance of preserving and disseminating knowledge about the Pacific Coast's past. Davis aims to inspire a sense of pride among Californians for their state's heritage and the unique blend of cultures and events that have shaped it. The book comprises a blend of historical exposition and narrative storytelling, illustrated by significant events like the establishment of missions and the discovery of gold, while also honoring important figures such as Concepción Argüello and her tragic love story with Russian chamberlain Nikolai Rezánov. Davis argues for the critical need to document and celebrate California's history, highlighting that knowledge of the past—particularly its romantic and resourceful elements—is essential for fostering civic pride and identity. The text serves not only as a call to action for historical preservation but also as a reminder of the cultural tapestry that defines California today. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States
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| Subject |
Argüello y Morago, María de la Concepción Marcela, -1857
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| Subject |
California -- History
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| Subject |
California -- History -- Sources
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4639 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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