The Annals of San Francisco

by John H. Gihon and Frank Soulé

Book Overview

The Annals of San Francisco is a historical book written by Frank Soule that provides a comprehensive account of the early history of San Francisco. The book covers the period from the discovery of gold in California in 1848 to the devastating earthquake and fire of 1906. The book is divided into various sections, each of which covers a specific period in the history of San Francisco. It begins with a detailed description of the discovery of gold...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116279223X
• ISBN13: 9781162792231
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 592 Pages
• Weight: 1.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

For anyone who loves the City by the Bay

If, like me, you are a California- or San Francisco-phile, then doubtless you already know of this book. It is THE classic account of the Gold Rush era, mostly because it isn't tarnished by revisionism--it was published in 1855! It has served as the first informational source for both researchers and novelists alike. But this review is intended for those who might not be familiar with the history of California, or may have read only the novels, journalism, or light non-fiction treatments. Don't be put off by the publication date or the book's level of detail--it is a very enjoyable read! The authors were not scholars or historians, but rather a doctor, a lawyer, and a journalist. It is jam-packed with anecdotes and factoids that will make you appreciate even more the accounts of Mark Twain, Joaquin Miller, Ambrose Bierce, Bret Harte, Henry George, etc. It is truly the root of the fruit.