Author: Jeanne Van Nostrand
Publisher:
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Category : California
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
A Pictorial and Narrative History of Monterey, Adobe Capital of California, 1770-1847
Author: Jeanne Van Nostrand
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : California
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : California
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
The Other Californians
Author: Robert F. Heizer
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520034150
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
"A major contribution to California historiography...will allow other scholars to analyze more fully the origins of racism and the range of ethnic experiences in California."--"Pacific Historical Review" "A rare and realistic examination of American racism at work. It should be placed in the hands of every American who questions the reality of American racism."--"Race and Schools"
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520034150
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
"A major contribution to California historiography...will allow other scholars to analyze more fully the origins of racism and the range of ethnic experiences in California."--"Pacific Historical Review" "A rare and realistic examination of American racism at work. It should be placed in the hands of every American who questions the reality of American racism."--"Race and Schools"
A Guide to the History of California
Author: Doyce Nunis
Publisher: Greenwood
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
This book opens the world of published and archival materials about California to those who wish to investigate and research the rich history of this state. Each of the essays elaborates specific periods, topics, or holdings and has been authored by an expert in the respective field or institution. Part I is both a chronological and topical approach to the essential elements that have shaped California's history. Attention is given to its varied ethnic groups and how the state developed. Part II contains essays on the archival and manuscript holdings of the major research centers in the state. Also included are the included are the holdings of smaller historical societies and libraries. Wherever possible, essays contain references to documentary sources, including photographs, as well as printed sources. Archival materials have been preserved from the state's earliest days and most of these are located within the state. An introduction by the editors is followed by the historical and topical articles in Part I. From Spanish to Mexican rule, to becoming a U.S. territory, through statehood and beyond, the history of California is covered in depth. There are also essays on California Chicanos, blacks, Asians, and women, along with a study of urban areas. Part II contains information on such national archives as federal records centers, the California State Library, and the Huntington Library. A directory of oral history is presented. The appendices follow with a chronology of California history and lists of organizations interested in the state's history. A Guide to the History of California is an indispensable book for those with a special interest in the state and students enrolled in courses on the history of California.
Publisher: Greenwood
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
This book opens the world of published and archival materials about California to those who wish to investigate and research the rich history of this state. Each of the essays elaborates specific periods, topics, or holdings and has been authored by an expert in the respective field or institution. Part I is both a chronological and topical approach to the essential elements that have shaped California's history. Attention is given to its varied ethnic groups and how the state developed. Part II contains essays on the archival and manuscript holdings of the major research centers in the state. Also included are the included are the holdings of smaller historical societies and libraries. Wherever possible, essays contain references to documentary sources, including photographs, as well as printed sources. Archival materials have been preserved from the state's earliest days and most of these are located within the state. An introduction by the editors is followed by the historical and topical articles in Part I. From Spanish to Mexican rule, to becoming a U.S. territory, through statehood and beyond, the history of California is covered in depth. There are also essays on California Chicanos, blacks, Asians, and women, along with a study of urban areas. Part II contains information on such national archives as federal records centers, the California State Library, and the Huntington Library. A directory of oral history is presented. The appendices follow with a chronology of California history and lists of organizations interested in the state's history. A Guide to the History of California is an indispensable book for those with a special interest in the state and students enrolled in courses on the history of California.
Artists at Continent's End
Author: Scott A. Shields
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520247396
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
"From 1875 to the first years of the twentieth century, artists were drawn to the towns of Monterey, Pacific Grove, and then Carmel. Artist at Continent's End is the first in-depth examination of the importance of the Monterey Peninsula, which during this period came to epitomize California art. Beautifully illustrated with a wealth of images, including many never before published, this book tells the fascinating story of eight principal protagonists--Jules Tavernier, William Keith, Charles Rollo Peters, Arthur Mathews, Evelyn McCormick, Francis McComas, Gottardo Piazzoni, and photographer Arnold Genthe--and a host of secondary players who together established an enduring artistic legacy."--prospectus.
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520247396
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
"From 1875 to the first years of the twentieth century, artists were drawn to the towns of Monterey, Pacific Grove, and then Carmel. Artist at Continent's End is the first in-depth examination of the importance of the Monterey Peninsula, which during this period came to epitomize California art. Beautifully illustrated with a wealth of images, including many never before published, this book tells the fascinating story of eight principal protagonists--Jules Tavernier, William Keith, Charles Rollo Peters, Arthur Mathews, Evelyn McCormick, Francis McComas, Gottardo Piazzoni, and photographer Arnold Genthe--and a host of secondary players who together established an enduring artistic legacy."--prospectus.
History of the Monterey Bay Area
Author: Monterey Bay Area Cooperative Library System
Publisher:
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Category : California
Languages : en
Pages : 108
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : California
Languages : en
Pages : 108
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The Library of Dr. Roger K. Larson
Author:
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Category : Booksellers' catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Booksellers' catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Catalog of Copyright Entries. Third Series
Author: Library of Congress. Copyright Office
Publisher: Copyright Office, Library of Congress
ISBN:
Category : Copyright
Languages : en
Pages : 1602
Book Description
Publisher: Copyright Office, Library of Congress
ISBN:
Category : Copyright
Languages : en
Pages : 1602
Book Description
Three Centuries of Custom Houses
Author: National Society of the Colonial Dames of America
Publisher:
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Category : Customs administration
Languages : en
Pages : 416
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Publisher:
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Category : Customs administration
Languages : en
Pages : 416
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Notes from the California Historical Society
Author: California Historical Society
Publisher:
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Category : California
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : California
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
Monterey Bay Bibliography
Author: Doris Baron
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coasts
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coasts
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description