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The Virginia City Trail

Author : Ralph Compton
Publisher : St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN 13 : 1429903120
Total Pages : 353 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (299 download)

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Download or read book The Virginia City Trail written by Ralph Compton and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through a thousand miles of dust, fists, and guns, they found the courage to keep on driving. The only riches Texans had left after the Civil War were five million maverick longhorns and the brains, brawn and boldness to drive them north to where the money was. Now, Ralph Compton brings this violent and magnificent time to life in an extraordinary epic series based on the history-making trail drives. The Virginia City Trail With a dream of building a ranching empire in Montana, Nelson Story sets off on one of the most extraordinary journeys in frontier history. By his side was a bunch of misfits and renegades-hard-fighting, war-bitten Texans with nothing left to lose. On his tail as the worst kind of enemy-brutal outlaws fixing to bleed his trail drive dry. Pushing his way through four harsh territories and three brutal seasons, Story would defy the Union Army, get a hold of a hundred Remingtons, and take on a thousand riled-up Sioux warriors, before he reached Virginia City-and came face-to-face with the man who wanted him dead...

Hiking the Old Dominion

Author : Allen De Hart
Publisher : Random House (NY)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 496 pages
Book Rating : 4.X/5 (6 download)

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Download or read book Hiking the Old Dominion written by Allen De Hart and published by Random House (NY). This book was released on 1984 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Virginia City Trail

Author : Ralph Compton
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 413 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (883 download)

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Download or read book Virginia City Trail written by Ralph Compton and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 413 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a dream of building a ranching empire in Montana, Nelson Story sets off on an extraordinary journey.

A Guide to Historic Virginia City

Author : Marilyn Grant
Publisher : Montana Historical Society
ISBN 13 : 9780917298561
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (985 download)

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Book Synopsis A Guide to Historic Virginia City by : Marilyn Grant

Download or read book A Guide to Historic Virginia City written by Marilyn Grant and published by Montana Historical Society. This book was released on 1998 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The gold-rush-era town of Virginia City, recently purchased by the State of Montana to preserve for posterity, makes a fitting first subject for the Montana Mainstreet series. Once it was Montana's acting territorial capital and the center of trade for Alder Gulch, the site of the richest placer mines in the world, but Virginia City became a town almost frozen in time once gold deposits played out and the state capital moved to Helena in 1889. Today, Virginia City attracts visitors from all over the world, who marvel at its intact architecture. If walking down Virginia City's streets is like a trip backwards in time, the road map for that journey is Guide to Historic Virginia City.

The Trails of Virginia

Author : Allen De Hart
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780807854716
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (547 download)

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Download or read book The Trails of Virginia written by Allen De Hart and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this new edition of the most comprehensive guide to the trails of Virginia, Allen de Hart gives directions to and descriptions of more than 1,400 trails, noting nearby points of interest, botanical and zoological features, and characteristics of the region's terrain. From the mountains to the coast, he covers all national, state, county, and city recreational areas with hiking or interpretive trails accessible to the public. Maps and photographs supplement the descriptions. The third edition has been completely revised and updated to reflect the addition of hundreds of miles to the state's trail systems, showing which trails are best suited for foot traffic, bicycles, and horses, and which trails are handicapped-accessible. The book also includes information on how to prepare for hikes, more comprehensive introductions to parks and scenic areas, and sections on Native American and pioneer trails. This is an indispensable guide for hikers, walkers, birders, anglers, and anyone interested in exploring the Old Dominion's wealth of natural areas. *More than 1,400 trails, including all national, state, and local recreational areas *Virginia's best trail guide--now with 400 additional trails *Includes hundreds of miles of newly developed trails In this new edition of the most comprehensive guide to the trails of Virginia, Allen de Hart gives directions to and descriptions of more than 1,400 trails, noting nearby points of interest, botanical and zoological features, and characteristics of the region's terrain. From the mountains to the coast, he covers all national, state, county, and city recreational areas, including hundreds of miles that are new to the state's trail systems. *Shows trails best suited for wheelchairs, foot traffic, bicycles, and horses *Highlights trails with exceptional scenery, including details on local flora and fauna *An indispensable reference for walkers, hikers, birders, anglers, and anyone who enjoys the outdoors

Nevada Trails Western Region

Author : Peter Massey
Publisher : Adler Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1930193157
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Nevada Trails Western Region written by Peter Massey and published by Adler Publishing. This book was released on 2008-08 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find exciting scenic drives hiking trails, camping areas, ghost towns, fishing spots and more! This unique FULL COLOR addition to the Adler TRAILS SERIES contains meticulous details for hundreds of miles of scenic backroads and four wheel drive trails in western Nevada, near the towns of Reno, Carson City, Virginia City, Tonopah, and Hawthorne. Meticulous trail details instruct readers how to safely navigate hundreds of miles of the region's best scenic backroads and four-wheel trails. See ghost towns, numerous old mines and mill workings, and old railroad grades along the more than 35 routes. Directions include GPS coordinates and all trails are rated for difficulty, mileage, driving time, remoteness, and more. Descriptions highlight the ideal places to camp, hike, mountain bike, fish, and sightsee. Histories recount the days of the Wild West. Hundreds of COLOR PHOTOS.

Virginia City and Lewiston Wagon Road: Microfilm Records 1865-1870

Author :
Publisher : Historic Trails Press
ISBN 13 : 0967632714
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (676 download)

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Download or read book Virginia City and Lewiston Wagon Road: Microfilm Records 1865-1870 written by and published by Historic Trails Press. This book was released on 2001-11-11 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Witness to History

Author : John David Ellingsen
Publisher : Sweetgrass Books
ISBN 13 : 9781591520900
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (29 download)

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Download or read book Witness to History written by John David Ellingsen and published by Sweetgrass Books. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Witness to History, by Virginia City Curator Emeritus John D. Ellingsen, is a delightful and often moving book, unusual among writings on the Gold Rush era of Montana and the West. It is part history, part memoir, and part passionate essay about the importance of historic preservation. The book details the origins of Virginia City and Nevada City their rough beginnings and their glory days. It also offers a unique perspective on the restoration and saving of Virginia and Nevada Cities by a man who has dedicated his entire life to that cause. More than two dozen historical photographs help to tell one of the most significant stories of historic preservation in the western United States.

Virginia City

Author : Evalyn Batten Johnson
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780738582054
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (82 download)

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Download or read book Virginia City written by Evalyn Batten Johnson and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tucked between the Tobacco Root Mountains and Mount Baldy in southwestern Montana, Virginia City began in May 1863, when gold was discovered in Alder Gulch. Some 10,000 fortune seekers arrived, and the days of whiskey, revolvers, road agents, and vigilantes began. Boot Hill, overlooking the town, is a constant reminder of its rough, tough, and unruly past. A great number of mining towns have become ghost towns, but not Virginia City, thanks to the men and women who gave of themselves to establish a permanent town where families, schools, churches, businesses, and organizations would thrive.

The Trail of the Lonesome Pine

Author : Jr. John Fox
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 278 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Trail of the Lonesome Pine written by Jr. John Fox and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-09-13 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a captivating journey with John Fox Jr.'s The Trail of the Lonesome Pine, a timeless tale set in the rugged and scenic Appalachian Mountains. Experience a story rich in adventure, romance, and the enduring spirit of the frontier. As Fox’s narrative unfolds, follow the intriguing journey of characters whose lives are intertwined with the wild beauty and harsh realities of their mountain home. The novel vividly captures the essence of a bygone era, full of struggle and triumph against the backdrop of a breathtaking landscape.But here’s a thought to ponder: How does the untamed beauty of the land shape the lives and destinies of those who call it home? Can love and resilience truly flourish amidst the challenges of the wild frontier? Dive into the mesmerizing world of The Trail of the Lonesome Pine, where every page brings to life the spirit of the mountains and the lives of those who are shaped by them. This is more than just a story; it’s an evocative exploration of love, loyalty, and the enduring bond between people and their land. Are you ready to experience the powerful journey through The Trail of the Lonesome Pine? Embrace the adventure and discover how the heart of the frontier beats within the pages of this classic novel.Don’t miss the chance to explore this enchanting tale. Purchase The Trail of the Lonesome Pine today and immerse yourself in a story of love and endurance set against the stunning backdrop of the Appalachian Mountains.

Wicked Virginia City

Author : Peter B. Mires
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1439671443
Total Pages : 145 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (396 download)

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Download or read book Wicked Virginia City written by Peter B. Mires and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2020-10-05 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perched on the side of a mountain in the Nevada desert, Virginia City existed for one reason only: to make money. The mining frenzy of the mid-nineteenth century uncovered veins of precious metals that would be expressed in billions today, attracting the enterprising madam Cad Thompson, the charismatic highwayman Nickanora and a plethora of swindlers. Miners, flush with their wages, supported a healthy economy of gambling, drinking and prostitution and even launched a few political careers. Sam Clemens, who became Mark Twain while reporting for the Virginia City Territorial Enterprise, called it "the livest town that America had ever produced." Join author Peter B. Mires as he explores the seamy side of this quintessential mining boomtown.

The Bonanza Trail

Author : Muriel Sibell Wolle
Publisher : Indiana University Press
ISBN 13 : 0253033284
Total Pages : 527 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (53 download)

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Download or read book The Bonanza Trail written by Muriel Sibell Wolle and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2018-02 with total page 527 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ElkhornBasin; Butte; Georgetown and Southern Cross; Granite; Gold Creek; Beartown; Garnet; 6. IDAHO: FROM BOISE BASIN TO THE COEUR D'ALENES; Spalding; Pierce (City) and Oro Fino; Elk City; Florence; Leesburg; Pioneerville; Idaho City; Centerville; Placerville; Boonville and Ruby City; Silver City; De Lamar; Dewey; Wallace; Gem; Burke; Eagle City; Murray; Kellogg and Wardner; 7. WASHINGTON: CHIEF MOSES HELD THE KEY; Fort Colvile; Colville; Kettle Falls, Daisy, and Marcus; Bossburg; Northport; Orient and Laurier; Republic; Okanogan City, Chopaka City; Oroville; Ruby; Conconully.

A Short History of Virginia City

Author : Ronald M. James
Publisher : University of Nevada Press
ISBN 13 : 0874179483
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (741 download)

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Download or read book A Short History of Virginia City written by Ronald M. James and published by University of Nevada Press. This book was released on 2014-09-15 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Founded in 1859, Virginia City quickly became world famous for its extraordinary prosperity. Over the next two decades, the mines of “the Richest City on Earth” yielded millions in gold and silver. The newly wealthy built mansions and churches, opera houses and schools, with furniture, fashions, and entertainment imported from Europe and the Far East. Here young Samuel Clemens, reporting for the Territorial Enterprise in 1863, first called himself Mark Twain. At its height Virginia City was a magnet for immigrants and the world leader in technological innovations in mining. The city’s story did not end when the Comstock Lode played out. Beginning in the 1930s, bohemian artists, literati, and tourists were intrigued by this remnant of the Old West. The leader of Manhattan’s café society, Lucius Beebe, moved here and relaunched the Territorial Enterprise in 1950. Television’s most popular western from 1959 to 1973, Bonanza, located its fictional Ponderosa Ranch nearby. In the summer of 1965, a handful of Bay Area musicians, including Big Brother and the Holding Company, performed at the Red Dog Saloon and launched psychedelic rock, part of the inspiration for a defining decade of youth culture. Today it is both a National Historic Landmark District and a living community. Visitors come to enjoy its saloons and restaurants, admire its architecture, and learn from its museums and exhibits. A Short History of Virginia City will enhance their experience and will also be enjoyed by anyone interested in the history of Nevada, mining, and the Old West. • Includes an illustrated walking tour describing more than thirty buildings and sites

The Deadwood Trail

Author : Ralph Compton
Publisher : St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN 13 : 1429903198
Total Pages : 302 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (299 download)

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Download or read book The Deadwood Trail written by Ralph Compton and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 1999-01-15 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They had beaten the harsh odds of the frontier. But for the two powerful ranchers, the most formidable trail lay ahead. There had never been a trail drive like this before... The only riches Texans had left after the Civil War were five million maverick longhorns and the brains, brawn, and boldness to drive them to market along treacherous trails. Now, Ralph Compton brings this violent and magnificent time to life in an extraordinary series based on the history-blazing trail drives. For veteran ranchers Nelson Story of Montana, and Benton McCaleb of Wyoming, it was an opportunity a man didn't pass up. In gold camps of the Black Hills, miners were hungry for beef, at boomtown prices. But within the two outfits were Indians, gunmen, Texans, lovesick cowboys, and high-spirited women. Worse, the drive would pass through Crow and Sioux territory, when Custer's defeat at the Little Big Horn was just hours away. The drives were tangled by violent grudges, stampeding herds, and dangerous deception. The two brawling outfits had one thing in common: a deadly surprise awaiting them at the end of the trail...

Mark Twain in Virginia City Nevada

Author : Mark Twain
Publisher : Nevada Publications
ISBN 13 : 9780913814789
Total Pages : 191 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (147 download)

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Download or read book Mark Twain in Virginia City Nevada written by Mark Twain and published by Nevada Publications. This book was released on 1986-05 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Consists of chapters excerpted from Mark Twain's famous classic book 'Roughing it' with contemporary illustrations.

The Goodnight Trail

Author : Ralph Compton
Publisher : St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN 13 : 1429933437
Total Pages : 390 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (299 download)

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Download or read book The Goodnight Trail written by Ralph Compton and published by St. Martin's Paperbacks. This book was released on 1992-08-15 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Former Texas Rangers Benton McCaleb, Will Elliot, and Brazos Gifford ride with Charles Goodnight as he rounds up thousands of ornery, unbranded cattle for the long drive to Colorado. From the Trinity River brakes to Denver, they'll battle endless miles of flooded rivers, parched desert, and whiskey-crazed Comanches. And come face-to-face with Judge Roy Bean and legendary gunslingers like Clay Allison. For McCaleb and his hard-riding crew, the drive is a fierce struggle against the perils of an untamed land. A fight to the finish where the brave reach glory—or die hard.

Virginia City

Author : Ronald M. James
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
ISBN 13 : 0803240082
Total Pages : 175 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book Virginia City written by Ronald M. James and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 2012-05-01 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spent cartridges. The pieces of an original Tabasco Pepper Sauce bottle. Shards of a ceramic pot, stained red. For archaeologists each of the thousands of artifacts uncovered at a site tells a story. For noted Comstock authority Ronald M. James, it is a story resulting from decades of research and excavation at one of the largest National Historic Landmarks in America, the Nevada town that, with the discovery of the Comstock Lode, became a boomtown microcosm of the American West. Drawing on the work of hundreds of volunteers, students, and professional archaeologists, Virginia City: Secrets of a Western Past shows how every detail—from unearthed artifacts to reports of local saloons to plans for the cemetery to surviving nineteenth-century buildings—adds to our view of Virginia City when it was one of the richest places on earth. James recreates this unlikely epitome of frontier industry and cosmopolitan living, the thriving hub of corporate executives, middle-class families, miners, prostitutes, and barkeepers—and more foreign-born residents per capita than anywhere else in the country—in a spot that had begun its life a few years earlier as the mining camp of several lucky guys. An excavation of the history of Virginia City, a window on the heyday of the American frontier, James’s book is also an enlightening look at how archaeology brings the story of the past to life.