Martha of California: A Story of the California Trail

By James Otis

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Driven by dreams of gold and fertile land, a young girl faces untold hardships and thrilling adventures as her family journeys west.

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Children & Young Adult Reading History - American Fiction

Released

2014-01-06

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Summary

"Martha of California: A Story of the California Trail" by James Otis is a story set in the 1800s about a girl named Martha Early and her family as they travel from Missouri to California. Martha's father believes they will find better land and opportunities in California because of the gold rush. The story is told from Martha's point of view, and it shows how tough and exciting the trip was for the people moving west during that time. As the family prepares to leave, Martha and her mother worry about the hard parts of the journey. They are also excited about starting a new life in a new place. The story begins with the hope and worry that come with making a big change and traveling to an unknown land.