A history of the town of Petaluma, California from its beginnings in 1852 through meteroic reinvention of itself as the egg wonder of the world in the 1920s. Historical photos and amazing stories,plus a walking tour of the downtown.
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By Elizabeth Cohee
Nov 17, 2009
What a delight to see this book offered in print again after so many years. Folks here in town have been waiting and asking for so long! This is the one title that is known to all, and those who have had copies of the first publishing have jealously guarded them, leaving the rest of us to beg and borrow! The book is a fact filled journey through this unique town's history. One can muse oneself with countless anecdotes of the town forefathers, acquaint oneself with intimate details of their daily lives, and amaze oneself at their business ingenuity and capacity to create wealth. Onc can also take oneself out for a guided tour of the town which is presented in the back pages of the book. For history buffs, the prints and photos delight and can inspire one to visit such town gems as the Historical Library and Museum on 20 Fourth Street to continue one's investigation into this town's history with their hundreds of photos and documentation. If you're interested in Petaluma, a town steeped... More > in history and beauty, populated by some of the nicest folks you'll ever meet, History of Petaluma, a California Rivertown can be your warmest of introductions. It's a must buy!< Less
