Jubilee Trail by Gwen Bristow HC/DJ BCE 1950 Historical California

Description: Jubilee Trail is a historical novel by Gwen Bristow, published in 1950. It tells the story of Garnet Cameron, a young woman from upper-class New York society, and Florinda Grove, a dance-hall performer on the lam, as they travel across the United States to the then-Mexican territory of California in 1844. Garnet is restless and adventurous, and she dreams of a life beyond the confines of her privileged upbringing. When she meets Oliver Hale, a trader from California, she is immediately drawn to his ruggedness and independence. Oliver proposes to Garnet, and she impulsively agrees to marry him and travel with him to California. Florinda is a survivor. She has escaped from a violent husband, and she is determined to make a new life for herself in California. She meets Garnet and Oliver on the Jubilee Trail, and the three of them form a close bond. The journey to California is arduous and dangerous. Garnet and Florinda must learn to survive in the harsh wilderness, and they must also contend with the dangers of the trail, such as bandits and wild animals. Along the way, they meet a variety of characters, including mountain men, missionaries, and other travelers. Garnet and Florinda also learn more about each other and themselves. Garnet discovers that she is stronger and more resourceful than she ever thought possible. Florinda learns to trust and love again. And both women learn the true meaning of friendship and courage. Jubilee Trail is a story about two women who break free from the constraints of their society and embark on an adventure that changes their lives forever. It is also a story about the American West and the people who came to settle it. The book was a bestseller when it was first published, and it has been praised for its historical accuracy, its vivid descriptions of the American West, and its strong female characters. Jubilee Trail is a classic of historical fiction, and it remains a popular read today.

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