The Gold Diggings of Cape Horn: A Study of Life in Tierra del Fuego and…
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| Author | Spears, John Randolph, 1850-1936 |
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| LoC No. | 03014070 |
| Title | The Gold Diggings of Cape Horn: A Study of Life in Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Gold Diggings of Cape Horn: A Study of Life in Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia" by John R. Spears is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the fascinating yet perilous world of gold prospecting in the inhospitable region between Cape Horn and the Straits of Magellan, detailing the lives of adventurous individuals drawn to this remote wilderness in search of wealth. Spears presents a vivid picture of both the promise of gold and the harsh realities faced by those who venture into Tierra del Fuego. At the start of the book, the author captures the reader's attention with a call to those seeking adventure and riches in a land filled with potential but riddled with danger. He provides a historical context of the gold diggings in the Cape Horn region, explaining how gold remained elusive for centuries despite earlier navigators traversing the area. Spears recounts stories of various individuals, highlighting their hardships, discoveries, and the ultimately tantalizing nature of the land where many sought fortune but often found death instead. The initial chapters set the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the gold mining endeavor, interspersed with personal narratives and historical anecdotes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F2801: Latin America local history: Argentina |
| Subject | Patagonia (Argentina and Chile) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39109 |
| Release Date | Mar 11, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 142 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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