
A Brief History of Nevada
KJ Smith
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
A Brief History of Nevada
Nevada, the Silver State, is a land of stark beauty, diverse cultures, and an extraordinary history that has shaped the American West. A Brief History of Nevada offers a concise and captivating look at the people, events, and transformations that have made this state a unique and essential part of the United States.
From its early indigenous cultures to the discovery of silver in the Comstock Lode, Nevada’s history is marked by boomtowns, mining riches, and the challenges of life in a harsh desert landscape. Learn about its role in the development of the American frontier, its significance in the Civil War and the growth of the West, and how it became the heart of the world-famous Las Vegas entertainment industry.
Whether you’re a Nevada resident, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about this fascinating state, A Brief History of Nevada provides an engaging and insightful overview of the people and events that have helped define the Silver State’s rich and colorful past.
Duration - 1h 29m.
Author - KJ Smith.
Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G.
Published Date - Monday, 13 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Ashleigh Robertson ©.
Location:
United States
Networks:
KJ Smith
Digital Voice Madison G
A Brief History of - US States Edition
Ashleigh Robertson
English Audiobooks
Findaway Audiobooks
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. A Brief History of Nevada Nevada, the Silver State, is a land of stark beauty, diverse cultures, and an extraordinary history that has shaped the American West. A Brief History of Nevada offers a concise and captivating look at the people, events, and transformations that have made this state a unique and essential part of the United States. From its early indigenous cultures to the discovery of silver in the Comstock Lode, Nevada’s history is marked by boomtowns, mining riches, and the challenges of life in a harsh desert landscape. Learn about its role in the development of the American frontier, its significance in the Civil War and the growth of the West, and how it became the heart of the world-famous Las Vegas entertainment industry. Whether you’re a Nevada resident, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about this fascinating state, A Brief History of Nevada provides an engaging and insightful overview of the people and events that have helped define the Silver State’s rich and colorful past. Duration - 1h 29m. Author - KJ Smith. Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G. Published Date - Monday, 13 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Ashleigh Robertson ©.
Language:
English
INTRODUCTION
Duration:00:02:55
THE LAND & ITS PEOPLE
Duration:00:04:37
PRE-COLONIAL & INDIGENOUS HISTORY
Duration:00:06:09
THE NEVADA TERRITORY & THE INFLUENCE OF THE CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH
Duration:00:06:19
MINING BOOM & ECONOMIC GROWTH
Duration:00:07:01
THE GREAT DEPRESSION & RISE OF LEGALIZED GAMBLING
Duration:00:07:27
THE POST-WAR BOOM & LAS VEGAS RENAISSANCE
Duration:00:08:17
THE RISE OF MEGA-RESORTS & MODERN NEVADA
Duration:00:08:41
CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Duration:00:09:32
THE CULTURAL IDENTITY OF NEVADA
Duration:00:09:10
THE FUTURE OF NEVADA
Duration:00:09:40
REFLECTIONS ON NEVADA’S JOURNEY
Duration:00:06:20
CONCLUSION
Duration:00:03:16