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The Young Vigilantes
Paperback
General Juvenile FictionHistory
ISBN13: 9781023215046
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 118
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Young Vigilantes: A Story of California Life in the Fifties by Samuel Adams Drake transports readers to the heart of the California Gold Rush. This thrilling adventure story plunges into the turbulent world of the 1850s, exploring the themes of justice and lawlessness that defined the era.
Set against the backdrop of burgeoning settlements and the lure of quick riches, this juvenile fiction title offers a glimpse into a pivotal period of American history. The narrative explores the challenges and dangers faced by those seeking their fortune in the West, including the rise of vigilantes. Drake's meticulously researched historical fiction evokes the spirit of the Old West, with its promise of opportunity and the constant threat of danger. Perfect for readers interested in historical adventure, The Young Vigilantes provides a captivating look at life on the Pacific coast during a time of great upheaval and transformation. This republication preserves the original text, offering an authentic window into the past.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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