sutter, john augustus

Presents a short history of the 1849 California Gold Rush written in graphic novel format, and focuses on the discovery of gold at John Sutter's mill and how it changed both California and the rest of the nation.

When word leaks out that gold has been found on property owned by John Sutter in 1847, it changes his life and the course of American history forever.

This book is a biography of the man associated with the gold rush in California, detailing his various business ventures and pioneering exploits in California.

When word leaks out that gold has been found on property owned by John Sutter in 1847, it changes his life and the course of American history forever.

A short history of the 1849 California gold rush, written in graphic novel format, focusing on the discovery of gold at John Sutter's mill and how it changed both California and the rest of the nation.

Surveys the life of Swiss/German immigrant John Sutter on whose land gold was discovered in the mid-nineteenth century, spurring the California gold rush and westward expansion. Presented in English and Spanish.

Presents the scene in California after gold was discovered on John Sutter's land in 1849 and the subsequent fortunes made and hearts broken.

"Read about when gold was discovered in California, and how this triggered one of the most amazing migrations in history"--Provided by publisher.

Offers an account, in graphic novel format, of the California Gold Rush. Includes a time line, a map, and a glossary.

Life in Sutter's Fort, California, in the 1840's included Indian raids, wild animal hunts, roundups, and daily chores. One in a series that shows life in developing America.