""Chronicles of Manuel Alanus: A True Story of Old San Francisco"" is a historical book written by L. Ernest Wyneken. The book is set in the late 1800s in San Francisco, California, and tells the story of Manuel Alanus, a young man who comes to the city seeking a better life. Through his experiences, the reader is taken on a journey through the rapidly changing landscape of San Francisco, from the bustling port to the gold rush boomtowns. The book explores the social, economic, and political issues of the time, including the discrimination faced by immigrants and the corruption of local government. The author uses historical documents and personal interviews to create a vivid and accurate portrayal of the era. The book is a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of San Francisco or the challenges faced by immigrants in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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