A Frontier Lady: Recollections of the Gold Rush and Early California

Just loved it. Filled in another chapter of interest for me about the Gold Rush and woman. A must for anyone that loves the gold rush and the opportunities it had for woman.

a very interesting account of pioneer life, very low in price, but rich in the lady`s exciting narrative.the cover artwork is also great.

Very accurate description of the life and times.

After reading this book I realized that Sarah Royce was an amazing woman. Her book simply states how she and her family traveled to Ca. for the Gold Rush and what they did once they arrived. A must read for anyone interested in Ca. history.

As a historian an author of the book: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MISCELLANY, I rate this book with 5 stars for its excellent overview and in-depth look at the true lives of women who came to California during the Gold Rush. This is not a book filled with the fanciful notions of a romantic's point of view. No, this is a gut-wrenching look at the realities of pioneering California and the women who tamed the wild land and the wild men!

This little gem of a book should be on the shelves at every library. Aside from the likable Sarah, the wonderful social history is very absorbing for those interested in women's lives during the 1850's. Even if you are not particularly interested in the Gold Rush, you will be interested in the experiences of one of our formothers. Buy this as a gift for your daughters. Joy Melcher, Civil War Lady Magazine