The book "The Wonderful Quiet Forties: Stories of Old California" by Gertrude Franklin Horn Etherton is a collection of bright and lively stories that reveal life in old California in the 1840s and 50s. The atmosphere of the book instantly transports the reader to the times when gold, noble families, adventure and love were intertwined in a dizzying easter egg. The author skillfully depicts the characters of her characters and describes the landscapes of California in such a way that every page of the book is filled with color and authenticity. Readers interested in the history and culture of the development of California will experience the unique spirit and nuances of that time thanks to "The Wonderful Quiet Forties."