California from the Conquest in 1846 to the Second Vigilance Committee in San Francisco: A Study of American Character (1886)

""California From The Conquest In 1846 To The Second Vigilance Committee In San Francisco: A Study Of American Character"" is a historical book written by Josiah Royce and originally published in 1886. The book provides a detailed account of the history of California from the time of its conquest by the United States in 1846 to the second vigilance committee in San Francisco. The author explores the social, political, and economic changes that took place during this period and examines the impact of American culture and character on the development of California. Royce provides a comprehensive analysis of the key events and figures that shaped the state's history, including the gold rush, the Mexican-American War, and the rise of vigilante justice. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of California and the American West, as well as those interested in the study of American character and culture.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.