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The Golden Gate (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Linen, James

 
9781332089444: The Golden Gate (Classic Reprint)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1332089445 ISBN 13: 9781332089444
Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

Inhaltsangabe

This book blends historical detail with captivating poetry to explore the allure and history of the Golden Gate, the entrance to the San Francisco Bay. The author, a Californian, paints a vivid picture of the gate's natural beauty, from its rugged cliffs to its teeming wildlife. Drawing on historical sources, the book delves into the region's colorful past, including the arrival of Sir Francis Drake and the establishment of Spanish missions. However, it also sheds light on the struggles and injustices faced by the area's indigenous population. Beyond its historical significance, the book examines the gate's symbolic meaning, inspiring awe and wonder in all who behold it. Through eloquent verse and evocative prose, the author captures the essence of this iconic landmark, revealing its timeless beauty and its profound impact on human history.

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Verlag
Forgotten Books
Erscheinungsdatum
2018
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
1332089445
ISBN 13 
9781332089444
Einband
Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten
42
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