"Californians" is an exciting book by the famous American writer Gertrude Franklin Horn Etherton. In this novel, she tells the story of the lives of the characters at the height of the gold rush in 19th century California. The author depicts picturesque landscapes, colorful images and recreates the atmosphere of that time. The main theme of the book is the defense of dreams and ideals in a world dominated by the eternal struggle for survival. This novel will amaze you with its depth of plot and sophisticated psychological analysis of the characters. "Californians" is a book that will leave an unforgettable impression and touch the thinnest strings of the reader's soul.