History of California: The American Period

Published in the early 20th century, 'History of California: The American Period' by Robert Glass Cleland explores the transformation of California from a Spanish province to a state of the United States. The book details the initial American interest in California, the impact of the gold rush, and the political and social adjustments that followed statehood. Notably, it serves as a companion to Charles E. Chapman's 'A History of California: The Spanish Period,' providing a comprehensive view of California's evolution during the American era. The final chapter contains outdated views that reflect the racial attitudes of its time.