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The City of the Saints: And Across the Rocky Mountains to California is a travelogue written by Richard Francis Burton and published in 1862. The book details Burton’s journey from the Great Salt Lake City, Utah, to San Francisco, California, in the mid-19th century. Burton’s account of his travels provides a vivid description of the landscape, people, and culture of the American West during this period. He offers insights into the social and religious practices of the Mormons, who he encountered during his time in Utah. The book also includes information on the history of the American West, including the California Gold Rush and the Mexican-American War. Burton’s observations on the natural environment and wildlife of the region add depth to his narrative. Overall, The City of the Saints: And Across the Rocky Mountains to California is a fascinating and informative account of a significant period in American history, written by a renowned explorer and scholar.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.
