Historic Inns and Eateries in the State of Jefferson: A Tasty, Traveling History (Volume 1)
Yes, the State of Jefferson exists, and it exists as more than a fantasy
The most common question asked of residents of this part of the country is: Does the State of Jefferson REALLY exist? The answer is a resounding, “Yes, the State of Jefferson exists, and it exists as more than a fantasy.”
According to many who reside here, the real State of Jefferson, however, is characterized by a state of mind, not a state with borders. Thus, today’s Jefferson-staters can be found in counties along the California coast or down in the Sacramento Valley, near the Nevada state line, or across southern Oregon, which means there are potentially more areas that claim the designation than those included in this guidebook. We have selected, therefore, those counties that have been consistently identified with the geographical boundaries of the one-time “49th” state and today’s “proposed 51st” state.
Like the rugged mountains that dominate the region, Jefferson’s struggle for statehood has been defined by its history. Beginning in 1852, a bill to divide the territory into a new state was introduced into the California State Legislature at Vallejo. Though the bill failed, the concept did not.
- Paperback: 166 pages
- Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (July 3, 2012)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 147815439X
- ISBN-13: 978-1478154396
- Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.4 x 9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 10.9 ounces
A wonderful insight into one of my favorite places in the world. The author traces the natural and cultural history of the region from it's ancient geologic past to the park as we know it today. It brought back a lot of powerful memories from my time there.
Great stories of hardship, adventure and Love. Each story had their special touch in the story telling. Enjoyed all stories,each author up to their expectations.
Every one of the stories in this book are excellent! If you look and listen carefully you will see life's lessons. I hope you will give this book a try. I just know you're going to love them too!
Starr as Ruby SlippersIt is a joy to read this eclectic collection of stories and essays by fifty-four country women from the west. But you don't have to be from the west or even from rural America to enjoy this anthology.
Ankle High, Knee Deep is organized into seven categories: Fortitude, Horse Sense, Community, Self-Reliance, Memory, Resilience and Lessons. Inspiring real life stories by these hard working, strong women pack each section, and overwhelm me with admiration and respect for them.
Two sisters, one practical and decisive, the other sweet but easily flustered. Sarah is waiting for her Samuel to arrive so they can get married. She finds a stranger wounded and unconscious in the wood pile instead, but it is up to Mary to keep her head and help their uninvited guest. But he is not the last stranger to show up before it is all over. Sweet romance.
I thoroughly enjoyed this collection of Christmas romances set on the old West. Each had its unique twist that kept me reading. Some, the plot kept me guessing, others the characters pulled me. All were good. Well-written and better than average for this genre.
I got this book for my husband. We live in the "State of Jefferson" and he was very impressed with the photos and the writing.
Wonderful writers, each with their own style, sharing stories of the heart that are great reads for any season. Loved the collection.
