Having lived in San Francisco on and off for more than ten years, you'd think I would know a bit about its history... I do. But a few months ago, a character came into focus with whom I knew little: A friend of Mark Twain, ambassador of hope and change, an eccentric who called himself Emperor. After some digging, I could not help but become enthralled with his life. I hope you will enjoy its embellishment within the pages of this book. -Kyle