Description

Northern California, Oregon and the Sandwich Islands is a book written by Charles Nordhoff in 1874. The book is a travelogue that describes the author's journey through Northern California, Oregon, and the Sandwich Islands (now known as Hawaii). Nordhoff provides vivid descriptions of the natural beauty of the region, including its mountains, forests, and beaches. He also writes about the people he meets, including Native Americans, settlers, and Hawaiian natives. The book provides a glimpse into the culture and way of life of the people living in these regions during the late 19th century. Additionally, Nordhoff discusses the economic and political issues affecting the area, including the impact of gold mining on the environment and the annexation of Hawaii by the United States. Overall, Northern California, Oregon and the Sandwich Islands is a fascinating historical document that captures the spirit of adventure and exploration prevalent in the late 1800s.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and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.