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    Univ of Oklahoma Pr
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  6. ISBN-10
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Univ of Oklahoma Pr
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ Jan. 1 1992
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ First Edition
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0806124733
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0806124735
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 476 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.24 x 1.68 x 22.86 cm
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    JoAnn Levy has been writing about women in the California gold rush ever since being surprised by the absence of the word "women" in the index of a book touted as the "all-encompassing record" of the event. It was 1981 and she wondered how "all-encompassing" the record could be if women weren't included. After diligently looking for a book about gold rush women, and not finding one, Levy spent nearly ten years searching diaries, reminiscences, newspapers, and letters for female participation in this nation's historic migration to California. In 1990, a respected scholarly press published Levy's first book, the one she wanted to read, THEY SAW THE ELEPHANT: WOMEN IN THE CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH. Paperback rights went to the University of Oklahoma Press, and the book has been in print for more than 25 years. While unearthing her subject, Levy found numerous women whose experiences she wanted to tell at length. After three years researching the Chinese in the gold rush, Levy wrote Ah Toy's story in her first historical novel, DAUGHTER OF JOY (Tor, 1998). Deciding that the "history pill" went down easier wrapped in a story, Levy wrote a second historical novel, FOR CALIFORNIA'S GOLD (University Press of Colorado, 2000). Both won the WILLA Award for Best Historical Novel. In 2004, a dual biography, UNSETTLING THE WEST: ELIZA FARNHAM AND GEORGIANA BRUCE KIRBY IN FRONTIER CALIFORNIA was published to critical acclaim. Next, literally closer to home, Levy published THE SUTTER CREEK CHRONICLES: A LOVE STORY. Never wandering far from the subject of women in the gold rush, Levy’s latest novel, YOSEMITE FAREWELL, was inspired by the unknown Indian woman who helped lead the Mariposa Battalion expedition that discovered Yosemite Valley.

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  • A.Churchi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Women to admire
    Reviewed in Canada on January 7, 2014
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    First I read "Women's Diaries of the Westward Journey" by Lillian Schlissel telling of the deadly trek cross country to California and Oregon. Then came "The Shirley Letters from the California Mines 1851 - 1852" which was a series of letters written by Louise Clappe to her sister in New England. This told about the life of a doctor's wife in the mining camps - she loved California. Then "They Saw the Elephant, Women in the California Gold rush". by Joann Levy. I interpreted the title to mean they saw something marvellous they'd never seen before. Stories of every type of woman from teacher to prostitute, mostly in the San Francisco area. These books have left me wanting to know more about these adventurous and brave women.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars They Saw The Elephant
    Reviewed in Canada on September 21, 2000
    As a writer of both fiction and non-fiction, I found tremendous value in "They Saw The Elephant." For the general reader of non-fiction, this book reads like a novel! The stories of these valiant women grab the reader and never let go. You feel that you are with them, as they face the unknown perils and triumphs of the Gold Rush in California of the mid-19th Century. The words of these wonderful women have the special ring of Truth to them. I cannot overstate my admiration for the author and her work in presenting this important book.
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  • Valerie Fletcher Adolph
    4.0 out of 5 stars Weird Title: Good Book
    Reviewed in Canada on June 29, 2014
    This book made me realize the incredible hardships women faced as they tried to reach this almost impossible dream called California. they faced harsh climates, huge physical barriers, and dangers they had never imagined. Many died before ever getting to California. some bore babies along the way and watched them die. their emotional strength and fortitude could teach us a great deal.
    The strength of this book lies in the extracts from letters and newspaper reports that show, often with humour, the difficulties faced and how women found the wherewithal to cope and thrive. Even the smallest detail can illustrate the times- for example Mrs Clapp, whose floor was so uneven that the furniture reminded her of a dog with a sore foot.
    The writer makes use of details such as these to bring the era to life. Her writin g is clear and well-researched without being pedantic. The extensive bibliography allows for further research. A useful feature is the 'Postscript' containing brief biographies of a few of the women whose lives we have been privileged to peek into.
    This is a well-written comprehensive book. If you'd like to know more about women in gold rush times dip into this book and enjoy the experience.
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  • collin edler
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024
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    This is such a great book about the women of the California Gold Rush! So many awe inspiring stories of women with real grit who kept going after adverse situations and tragedies happened to them. I recommend it to women interested in history, but I’m sure a man would enjoy it as well. It’s not feminist ideology, it’s just that these stories aren’t told as much because there were less women involved and also most of the women profiled were not famous in any sense. Great read!!
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  • Liz Carter
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Goldmine of information
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 26, 2018
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    I was so pleased to receive this book - there was even an old letter from the author to a reviewer inside! It is very well laid out covering all aspects of life on the American gold fields but also getting there complete with social attitudes and mores. Very good and appropriate extracts from journals and letters. Nice illustrations. If you want to find out more about women travelling to and living in the American gold fields of the 1850-1860s this is just the book for you.
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  • Ms. A. S. Perry
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 31, 2014
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    good review of the role of women in the '49 gold rush
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  • Cleo Griffith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Marvelous book
    Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2013
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    This is one of the most interesting books on women's history I have read. Told in the words of diaries and letters by the women at the time of the California Gold Rush this brings a vivid picture of the life-styles of this rugged time, and the hardships suffered as well as the triumphs. I was engrossed as have been the friends to whom I have loaned the book...a wonderful piece of California history, should be read by everyone who is the least bit interested in this state -- not to mention the many states from which the women traveled. Read a few pages -- I think you will be hooked.
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  • Anne
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good Book
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2015
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    If you are interested in the California Gold Rush and Women's history, this book would be a good one to add to your reading list. Thoughtful perspective and great story. I only gave it three stars because...AS far as service and shipping, this book took forever to arrive. I was certain it had been shipped by stagecoach.
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