Historic Bay Area Visionaries
Author | : Robin Chapman |
Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
Total Pages | : 168 |
Release | : 2018-10-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781439665503 |
ISBN-13 | : 1439665508 |
Rating | : 4/5 (03 Downloads) |
Download or read book Historic Bay Area Visionaries written by Robin Chapman and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2018-10-15 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For centuries, California's environment has nurtured remarkable people. Ohlone Lope Inigo found a way to protect his family in troubled times on the shores of San Francisco Bay. Pioneer Juana Briones made a fortune from her rancho yet took the time to care for those in need. Innovator Thomas Foon Chew discovered a climate for success, in spite of the obstacles. Around the region that became Silicon Valley, filmmaker Charlie Chaplin found inspiration, poet Robert Louis Stevenson uncovered adventure and Sarah Winchester built a house that would intrigue people long after she was gone. Author Robin Chapman shares fascinating tales of those who exemplify the enterprising spirit of the Golden State.