Previously I had read two of these three books and they were great。 These books are always informative and keep the reader scrolling to the next page。 Most of the stories involve history facts and explanations but one provided direct quotes from people who were living the historical moment。 In my opinion, this made these books tie in well together for the reader to enjoy。 Overall, these were great books and I am sure you will enjoy!
Jerry Jares,
Three smaller volumes have been combined into one eBook encompassing the story of CALIFORNIA。 The state has some fascinating history and Captivating History shows different aspects of this great state。HISTORY OF CALIFORNIA -- Rating = GThe information about the many tribes of California was wonderful reading。 I enjoyed learning about the tribal groups and the early history of California。 However, much of this book was constantly reminding the reader of our racism and how America doesn't give eth Three smaller volumes have been combined into one eBook encompassing the story of CALIFORNIA。 The state has some fascinating history and Captivating History shows different aspects of this great state。HISTORY OF CALIFORNIA -- Rating = GThe information about the many tribes of California was wonderful reading。 I enjoyed learning about the tribal groups and the early history of California。 However, much of this book was constantly reminding the reader of our racism and how America doesn't give ethnic groups a fair chance。 Frankly, it got very old。 Those things occurred in another place and time。 I'd prefer more history and fewer opinions。CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH -- Rating = EThis story is a winner because the author explained money in today's dollars, in order to prove their point。 It was a real surprise to see how widely (from literally around the world) immigrants traveled to get to California。 This 'unvarnished truth' was a welcome rendition of the story of the gold rush。 1906 SAN FRANCISCO EARTHQUAKE -- Rating = EThis is very fine writing and the book takes the story from the lips of those who survived to tell the tale。 It was surprising to learn that the small end of the tragedy was the actual earthquake。 Stories are told from the viewpoint of those who were there。 。。。more
Janalyn Prude,
Everything interesting about California in one bookFrom general history of California to the gold rush to the earthquake of 1906 the interesting things in this book plenty full and there are no boring parts。 If you love to know or think you know about California you should read this book I highly recommend it。 I loved it it was awesome!