These 32 revived tales of wealth and splendor not only share these mysteries but also immerse readers in a prospecting culture almost as rich as the treasures themselves. The wilds of the Pacific Northwest's vast territory and numerous subregions are encompassed in this collection, from the picturesque coastline east over the snowy mountains and into the vast plateau leading into Idaho. Outlaws, prospectors, Indians, loners, soldiers, and immigrants throw themselves into all the adventure and intrigue only money- and gold-can buy.