Paddle-Wheel Days in California

This hardcover edition is in good condition considering its age. The binding remains strong, with the red spine and green boards showing minor wear. The cover illustration is clear and intact. There is no dust jacket present. The pages are clean, with no inscriptions or markings. Overall, it is a well-preserved copy for its publication year.

"Paddle-Wheel Days in California" by Jerry MacMullen, published by Stanford University Press, offers a vivid exploration of the historical significance of paddle-wheel steamers in California. This particular copy is a fourth printing from October 1945. MacMullen, who also illustrated the book, provides an insightful narrative into the role these vessels played in the development of California. The book is bound in a sturdy hardcover with a red spine and green boards, featuring an illustration on the cover. As a work of Californiana, it holds particular interest for historians and collectors of regional history. The condition is solid, with some signs of wear typical for its age. This edition is a valuable piece for those interested in the maritime history of the West Coast.