The book is a memoir on life back in the old days of the California Gold Rush, and records daily life and adventures in the Goldfields from 1850 onward.

This short, fast read is an absolute must-read for all those interested in prospecting in California, and everyone enthusiastic about the historical context of mining in the region.

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