Pioneers of the Pacific Coast A Chronicle of Sea Rovers and Fur Hunters

"Pioneers of the Pacific Coast" by Agnes C. Laut is a historical narrative that recounts the daring expeditions and discoveries of explorers such as Francis Drake and Vitus Bering as they navigate the Pacific Coast in search of land and resources. Beginning with Drake's bold entrance into the Pacific aboard the "Golden Hind" after a face-off with Spanish ships, the book illustrates the challenges and victories of these adventurers driven by dreams of wealth and fame. For example, there are accounts of Drake's raids on Spanish ships filled with treasure, his reverent gaze upon first seeing the Pacific, and his establishment of New Albion for England. The book also offers a broader look at how European exploration affected the native populations and shifted the political landscape of the area.