This beautifully illustrated hardbound book covers the history of the Victor Valley, the gateway to the magnificent Mojave Desert. Renowned author and historian Edward Leo Lyman has spent years researching the history of the region, and is one of the foremost experts on the heritage of the desert southwest. The book begins with the earliest inhabitants of the region, and documents the pioneers, settlers, ranchers, and developers who built the valley into a thriving desert oasis. The book contains numerous historic maps, documents and photos of the region that bring the history of the Victor Valley and surrounding areas to life. The Mohahve Historical Society, and the Victor Valley College Library Special Collections have provided a treasure trove of photos that make this volume a “must read” for anyone interested in local history. 409 pages with endnotes, appendices, and index.
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Hardcover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0970952511I2N00