First published in 1856, Hutchings Illustrated California Magazine was one of the most popular periodicals of its time. Edited by James Mason Hutchings, a pioneering journalist and entrepreneur, the magazine provided readers with a unique glimpse into life in California during the Gold Rush era. Richly illustrated with beautiful engravings and lithographs, the magazine is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the American West. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.