In his latest work, "Golden State: The Making of California," Michael Hiltzik revisits California's extensive history, covering five centuries from first European contact in 1542 to contemporary times. The book delineates California's evolution into a global focal point divided into 24 chronological chapters, discussing events from the Spanish conquest, the Gold Rush, the impact of WWII, and the rise of Los Angeles. Hiltzik argues that California's allure has always hinged on its perpetual quest for wealth and cultural dynamism, ultimately reflecting the state's profound imprint on global consciousness.
California has kept its place in the popular imagination more consistently than almost anywhere else, driven by a history of quest for wealth and innovation.
Golden State: The Making of California tells the story from 1542 to the present, dividing 24 chapters into roughly chronological eras of California's development.
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