Name/Title
The Story of CaliforniaEntry/Object ID
2026.161.1Description
White's books gained popularity during a time when America's wilderness was rapidly disappearing. A keen observer of both the natural world and human behavior, he conveyed his insights in a straightforward, accessible style.
Drawing from his own experiences, whether writing about camping or crafting Westerns, he infused his work with lively and engaging details about building cabins, canoeing, logging, gold prospecting, and handling firearms, as well as fishing and hunting.
He also conducted interviews with individuals involved in the fur trade, the California Gold Rush, and other pioneering ventures, which enriched his novels with authenticity. His stories were sprinkled with humor and empathy, especially toward colorful characters like savvy Native American guides and inexperienced 'greenhorn' campers. -Blind Horse BooksCollection
BooksInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
BookplateLocation
Inside front coverTranscription
Mr. And Mrs.
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Baltimore, Maryland
File B.82.F Volume 2014Language
EnglishMaterial/Technique
StickerNotes
Sticker/card torn and illegible in partsCreate Date
June 27, 2026
