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Set against the backdrop of the California gold rush, the book chronicles the life of Hubert Howe Bancroft, a pivotal figure in defining Western history. He established a "history factory," amassing a vast collection of historical documents and employing various methods to capture the narratives of early settlers. His autobiography, Literary Industries, reflects the vibrant spirit of 19th-century California and reveals his multifaceted personality. Kim Bancroft's modern edition offers an engaging glimpse into Bancroft's significant contributions to historical recording.
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Literary Industries: Chasing a Vanishing West, Hubert Howe Bancroft
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- Released
- 2014
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- Title
- Literary Industries: Chasing a Vanishing West
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Hubert Howe Bancroft
- Publisher
- Heyday Books
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 254
- ISBN13
- 9781597142489
- Category
- History, Maps and Travel, World history
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the California gold rush, the book chronicles the life of Hubert Howe Bancroft, a pivotal figure in defining Western history. He established a "history factory," amassing a vast collection of historical documents and employing various methods to capture the narratives of early settlers. His autobiography, Literary Industries, reflects the vibrant spirit of 19th-century California and reveals his multifaceted personality. Kim Bancroft's modern edition offers an engaging glimpse into Bancroft's significant contributions to historical recording.