Fresno County: The Geographical Hub of the State of California

John Steven McGroarty

ISBN 10: 0282905901 / ISBN 13: 9780282905903

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book tells the captivating story of Fresno County, California, tracing its transformation from a wild, untamed land inhabited by Native American tribes and teeming with wildlife to a thriving agricultural and economic powerhouse. The author delves into the region's early history, exploring the arrival of European settlers, the impact of the Gold Rush, and the subsequent shift towards cattle ranching and wheat farming. The narrative beautifully illustrates the pivotal role of irrigation in shaping Fresno County's destiny. The development of intricate canal systems brought life-giving water to the arid plains, paving the way for the cultivation of diverse crops, including grapes, peaches, figs, and citrus fruits. This agricultural boom attracted settlers from far and wide, leading to the establishment of vibrant communities and the rise of Fresno City as a major urban center. Beyond agriculture, the book explores the county's rich mineral resources, including oil, gold, and various other valuable deposits. It showcases the region's economic diversification and the ingenuity of its people in harnessing the land's potential. The author's vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling transport readers to a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs that shaped Fresno County into the prosperous region it is today. Ultimately, this book serves as a testament to human determination, innovation, and the transformative power of water in creating a flourishing society amidst the challenges of an arid environment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Fresno County: The Geographical Hub of the State of California
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0282905901
• ISBN 13: 9780282905903
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Modern History of The Americas

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Synopsis

Excerpt from Fresno County: The Geographical Hub of the State of California

When one speaks of a valley one has in mind a place surrounded by hills and mountains and easily encompassed by the eye. But the San Joaquin is a conception far vaster than this. From north to south the San Joaquin is 250 miles in length, with an average width of 60 miles. It were an all seeing eye, indeed, to encompass a country of this dimension. It is larger in area than several of the States of the Union. Yet it is a true valley, perfectly defined, and singularly free from topographical imperfections. It is, indeed, a geograph ical Amazon, amazingly big, but also amazingly beautiful.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.