The Beginnings of San Francisco: from the Expedition of Anza 1774 to the City Charter of April 15 1850: With Biographical and Other Notes

The Beginnings of San Francisco by Zoeth Skinner Eldredge offers a detailed historical account of San Francisco's early days spanning from the Expedition of Anza in 1774 to the City Charter of 1850. The book explores the discovery of gold challenges faced by settlers establishment of civil governance and the city's transformation into a bustling mining camp. It vividly portrays the spirit of adventure resilience and growth that defined San Francisco's formative years.