Author: H.W. Brands
Narrator: Ryan
Format: MP3
IBSN: 9780385720885
Language: English
Publish Date: 20/08/2002
Audiobook length: 31 min
Chapter 2Immigration to California Chapter 3From the wilderness to California Chapter 4Recreating a new American dream Chapter 5Summary & Review Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts 1 & 2
Listening to the summary audiobook of "The Age of Gold" by H.W. Brands offers a fascinating glimpse into America's transformative period of the mid-19th century, marked by the California Gold Rush. This engaging narrative not only highlights the ambitious individuals who sought fortune and success but also explores the broader societal changes and challenges that arose during this pivotal time. By summarizing key themes and events, the audiobook provides a quick yet enriching understanding of how this era shaped the American identity and economic landscape, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in history or the dynamics of wealth and opportunity.
H. W. Brands, the author of this book, is an American historian who has been awarded the Jack S. Blanton Sr. Chair in History by the University of Texas at Austin. He is also a New York Times bestselling author whose works have been shortlisted twice for the Pulitzer Prize. USA Today once described him as "the rare academic historian who can write like a best-selling novelist." With an intriguing story that depicts a series of significant events in America since the discovery of gold, Brand’s book provides readers with a new perspective on the American Gold Rush.
- The California Gold Rush transformed the American economy and society, spurring significant migration and urbanization as hopeful prospectors flocked to the West. This unprecedented influx accelerated the development of infrastructure and set the stage for America’s emergence as a global economic power.
- The concept of the 'American Dream' is vividly illustrated through the narrative of individuals who risked everything in pursuit of wealth and success. This pursuit was marked by both triumph and tragedy, revealing the complexities of ambition and greed during a transformative era.
- Through captivating stories of miners, entrepreneurs, and immigrants, Brands emphasizes the role of human determination and ingenuity in navigating the challenges of the Gold Rush. These tales reflect broader themes of opportunity, exploitation, and the quest for fortune that resonate throughout American history.
Brief In, Brilliance Out
Contact: buildlearn.bk@gmail.com
Author: H.W. Brands
Narrator: Ryan
Format: MP3
IBSN: 9780385720885
Language: English
Publish Date: 20/08/2002
Audiobook length: 31 min
Chapter 2Immigration to California Chapter 3From the wilderness to California Chapter 4Recreating a new American dream Chapter 5Summary & Review Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts 1 & 2
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Listening to the summary audiobook of "The Age of Gold" by H.W. Brands offers a fascinating glimpse into America's transformative period of the mid-19th century, marked by the California Gold Rush. This engaging narrative not only highlights the ambitious individuals who sought fortune and success but also explores the broader societal changes and challenges that arose during this pivotal time. By summarizing key themes and events, the audiobook provides a quick yet enriching understanding of how this era shaped the American identity and economic landscape, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in history or the dynamics of wealth and opportunity.
H. W. Brands, the author of this book, is an American historian who has been awarded the Jack S. Blanton Sr. Chair in History by the University of Texas at Austin. He is also a New York Times bestselling author whose works have been shortlisted twice for the Pulitzer Prize. USA Today once described him as "the rare academic historian who can write like a best-selling novelist." With an intriguing story that depicts a series of significant events in America since the discovery of gold, Brand’s book provides readers with a new perspective on the American Gold Rush.
- The California Gold Rush transformed the American economy and society, spurring significant migration and urbanization as hopeful prospectors flocked to the West. This unprecedented influx accelerated the development of infrastructure and set the stage for America’s emergence as a global economic power.
- The concept of the 'American Dream' is vividly illustrated through the narrative of individuals who risked everything in pursuit of wealth and success. This pursuit was marked by both triumph and tragedy, revealing the complexities of ambition and greed during a transformative era.
- Through captivating stories of miners, entrepreneurs, and immigrants, Brands emphasizes the role of human determination and ingenuity in navigating the challenges of the Gold Rush. These tales reflect broader themes of opportunity, exploitation, and the quest for fortune that resonate throughout American history.
Brief In, Brilliance Out
Contact: buildlearn.bk@gmail.com
