California Dreams and Nightmares
Ever since the discovery of gold in 1848, people have been coming to California in belief that they would be rewarded generously for their hard work and talents. California was thus perceived as the promised land of opportunity and fulfilled dreams. However, for many the dream did not come true. Th...
Main Author: | Alexandra Michaličková |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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University of Pardubice
2015-12-01
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Series: | American and British Studies Annual |
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Online Access: | https://absa.upce.cz/index.php/absa/article/view/2283 |
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