Author: Luther A. Ingersoll
Published: 1904
Publisher: L. A. Ingersoll, Los Angeles
This book is a comprehensive county history covering:
- Spanish and Mexican periods, including mission and rancho life
- American annexation and early settlement
- Civic and commercial development through the 19th century
- Detailed accounts of railroads, mining, agriculture, and early towns
- Biographical encyclopedia of prominent citizens, often including portraits
- Descriptions of landmarks, institutions, disasters, and political events
The content is divided into historical narrative chapters followed by hundreds of biographical sketches.
The book is available online for free at archive.org and can be searched by keyword or browsed by page. A physical reprint is also available through various sellers.