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Ghost Towns of Northern California by Philip Varney
Your Guide to Ghost Towns and Historic Mining Camps
A pictorial discovery guide through about 50 of Northern California's most fascinating ghost towns. From out-of-the-way Campo Seco and New Idria to popular sites such as Coloma and Bodie. Arranged by region with travel information, rich color photos and maps.By combining his personal travel observations with historical background, ghost town authority Philip Varney brings this region to life in 'Ghost Towns of Northern California'. The book is comprehensive, introducing readers to over 50 towns and sites -- from out-of-the-way Campo Seco, New Idria, and Bennettville to popular sites such as Coloma, Columbia, and Bodie -- capturing the spirit of the wild west by combining engaging, lively text with captivating current and historical photographs. Besides covering the Gold Rush of 1849 and the later strikes that led to the rise of these mining camps and ghost towns, Varney also visits ghost forts, two Chinese fishing villages, and the famous 'ghost prison' of Alcratraz. All of this fascinating information is accented by up-to-date travel information, including recommendations for tours and museums, maps, directions, mileage, and road conditions, making it easy for readers to ensure a safe, exciting trip. |
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| Author(s) : Philip Varney | Format : Paperback Book |
| ISBN-10 : 0896584429 | ISBN-13 : 9780896584426 |
| RRP : £17.50 | Best available price : £ / $ |
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Product Details:
Series Title : Pictorial discovery guide
Country Publication : United States
Publication Date : 01/12/2001
Publisher : Voyageur Press Inc.,U.S.
Page Length : 160mm
Page Size : 280mm