Virginia City vs Bonanza: A Tale of Merging Histories by Monette Bebow-Reinhard

Description: Virginia City vs Bonanza by Monette Bebow-Reinhard This book reveals the reality of life in Virginia City, Nevada in the 19th century versus the legendary storylines of the iconic television show Bonanza. In addition, it explores the history of early TV and its depictions of the West, as well as the full history of Virginia Ci... FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A fun and informative exploration of how the classic television series Bonanza differs from the reality of Virginia City, Nevada.In 1959, one hundred years after the big bonanza silver strike in Virginia City, the classic television series Bonanza made its debut and brought the small Nevada city to the forefront of households around the country. The richest city in the world at the time of the Comstock Lode, Virginia City today might well be a ghost town if not for the fame spurred by Bonanza. The show was so popular that it went on to air for thirteen years and even spawned a theme park. Historical accuracy was of great import to Bonanzas creator, but as the series evolved, it took on a life of its own beyond the boundaries of real-life Virginia City. In Virginia City vs Bonanza: A Tale of Merging Histories, Monette Bebow-Reinhard explores select history from the shows legendary storylines and compares it to the real history of nineteenth-century Virginia City. Readers will learn why gambling is so prominent in Nevada, how Virginia City was not necessarily developed as a cattle town, and much more, ultimately understanding how and where Bonanza got its history right.Through her analysis of history versus fiction, Bebow-Reinhard emphasizes the impact television had on shaping how we remember the Old West. From the beginnings on Sun Mountain to the new technology created for Virginia Citys mines to keep up with the demands of the labor force—hungry for more wealth—Virginia City vs Bonanza examines the politics, the environmental damage, and the social and cultural settings that made Virginia City unique. Readers will witness it all: silvers inevitable collapse, the advent of tourism, the natives, the diversity, the violence, and today, the fun. A must-read for fans of television and history alike. Author Biography Monette Bebow-Reinhard is a historian and the only authorized Bonanza novelist. She was in regular contact with Bonanza producer David Dortort from 1993 to his death in 2010 and has been a frequent visitor to Virigina City and the surrounding area. She resides in Wisconsin. Table of Contents AcknowledgementsPrefaceIntroductionChapter 1: The Scenery of BonanzaChapter 2: The Natives before the ComstockChapter 3: From White Contact to Gold HillChapter 4: The Legend of the Comstock LodeChapter 5: The Paiute War of 1860Chapter 6: Early Mining DaysChapter 7: Civil War and MiningChapter 8: The Railroad Era 1865 - 1872Chapter 9: The Second Bonanza, 1873 - 1879Chapter 10: To Everything There Is a SeasonConclusionAppendix: Episode Timelines of Drama, Western & ComedyBibliographyNotes IndexAbout the Author Review Virginia City vs Bonanza: A Tale of Merging Histories is a fun piece of creative nonfiction. Monette Bebow-Reinhards conversational style of writing is an easy read that entwines historical fact with beloved fictional mid-century television. Bonanza and Nevada history aficionados should certainly enjoy the read.Bebow-Reinhard is quite the fan of the long-running Western television series Bonanza (1959-73). She has a deep appreciation for the series themes, characters, historical significance, and impact on Virginia City, which was a focal point of the show. But this is not a Bonanza episode guide, nor a making-of book: this is a story about the real history that served as a backdrop for the series. The authors goal is to show how Bonanza and other television Westerns changed the way we remember the American West of the 1800s, and how Bonanza specifically rescued the real life Virginia City, which started out as a silver-mining boomtown in the late 1850s, from becoming a ghost town a hundred years later....Her writing style is highly engaging thanks to her expertise and her passion. Recommended to fans of American history, and to fans of Bonanza., Having read and reread Monettes enjoyable book, and, as a recognized history fanatic of Virginia City as well as a Bonanza fan, I am comfortable with the comparative studies that have been made between the "Bonanza history" and the as-accurate-as-possible history of the Comstock. It is a fun and factual book to read for both Bonanza fans and those that seek the more accurate history of Virginia City. The Bonanza version of Virginia City history had direct impact on the revival of Virginia City as a vibrant and fun tourist community. The actual history of Virginia City, rife with a fair bit of folklore yet seeded with bits of the real history is even more exciting than the TV version. The comparisons made in Monettes book of Bonanza versus Virginia City history is fun to read. It gets you excited about both sides and satisfies the Bonanza fan as well as the Virginia City fan. Promotional A fun and informative exploration of how the classic television series Bonanza differs from the reality of Virginia City, Nevada. Details ISBN1538188929 Author Monette Bebow-Reinhard Publisher Rowman & Littlefield Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781538188927 Format Hardcover Imprint Rowman & Littlefield Subtitle A Tale of Merging Histories Place of Publication Lanham, MD Country of Publication United States Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified; Maps; Halftones, Black & White including Black & White Photographs Audience General ISBN-10 1538188929 DEWEY 979.356 AU Release Date 2024-05-20 Pages 330 Publication Date 2024-04-21 US Release Date 2024-04-21 UK Release Date 2024-04-21 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159962752;

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