Here is the full story of the Irish immigrants and their decedents whose hard work helped make the West what it is today. Learn about the Irish members of the Donner party; forced to consume human flesh to survive the winter; mountain men like Thomas Fitzpatrick; who discovered the South Pass through the Rockies; Ellen “Nellie†Cashman; who ran boarding houses and bought and sold claims in Alaska; Arizona; and Nevada; and Maggie Hall; who became known as the “whore with a heart of gold.†A fascinating and entertaining look at the history of the American West; this book will surprise many and make every Irish American proud.
#67313 in Books Avalon Travel Publishing 2013-09-24 2013-09-24Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 7.50 x .50 x 5.50l; .44 #File Name: 1612386172248 pages
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Tim Hull's Tucson bookBy CurtrentonThis book is a wealth of information about Tucson. I would like an additional book updated by Tim Hull by 2017. In the mean time this is terrific and gives you all the best info about what to see; where to visit and most of the yearly festivals too.Tucson is full of history; good restaurants and hikes; etc. Enjoy0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great vacation companion!By West Coast (US) MomFull of good ideas and good advice for a family trip. Even though it was a few years old; it was still relevant and helpful and; like the best guidebooks; satisfying to read for someone excited about a new place.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. My husband and I had never been to Tucson so ...By dannyzukoMy husband and I had never been to Tucson so we wanted a reference point. It definitely accomplished that.
