First Families of the Sierras (1876)

First Families of the Sierras is a novel written by Joaquin Miller in 1876. The book is set in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California during the mid-19th century. It follows the lives of several families who have settled in the area, including the Millers, the Browns, the Smiths, and the Joneses. The families are all pioneers, and they face many challenges as they try to establish their homes and farms in the rugged terrain of the Sierra Nevada.The novel is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different family and their struggles. The Millers, for example, are a family of prospectors who have come to the Sierra Nevada in search of gold. They face many hardships, including harsh weather, dangerous animals, and hostile Native Americans. The Browns, on the other hand, are farmers who have come to the area to cultivate the land. They struggle with the rocky soil and the lack of water, but they are determined to make a success of their farm.Throughout the book, Miller portrays the families as hardworking and resilient, and he emphasizes the importance of family and community in the face of adversity. He also portrays the Sierra Nevada Mountains as a beautiful and awe-inspiring place, with its majestic peaks, rushing rivers, and dense forests.Overall, First Families of the Sierras is a fascinating and engaging novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of the pioneers who settled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains during the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of California and the American West.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.