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Roaring Camp: The Social World of the California Gold Rush,Used
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Winner of the Bancroft PrizeThe world of the California Gold Rush that comes down to us through fiction and film is one of halftruths. In this brilliant work of social history, Susan Lee Johnson enters the wellworked diggings of Gold Rush history and strikes a rich lode.Johnson explores the dynamic social world created by the Gold Rush in the Sierra Nevada foothills east of Stockton, charting the surprising ways in which the conventions of identityethnic, national, and sexualwere reshaped. With a keen eye for character and story, she shows us how this peculiar world evolved over time, and how our cultural memory of the Gold Rush took root. Maps, illustrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Roaring Camp: The Social World of the California Gold Rush' about? A: This book by Susan Lee Johnson explores the social dynamics during the California Gold Rush, highlighting how identity conventions were reshaped in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Susan Lee Johnson, who holds a Ph.D. and has received the Bancroft Prize for her work.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on December 17, 2000.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition is a paperback.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 466 pages.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, this book is listed as new.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under State & Local history.
- Q: What can I expect to find in this book? A: Readers can expect to find maps, illustrations, and a thorough analysis of the Gold Rush's impact on social identities.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this is a reprint edition.
- Q: What type of insights does the author provide? A: The author offers insights into the cultural memory of the Gold Rush and how societal conventions evolved during that period.