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Reading the history of California and the gold rush, one continually encounters historic discrepancies and contradictions, especially about the character and ability of Peter Lassen, a prominent California pioneer for whom the Lassen Trail, Lassen Peak, and Lassen Volcanic National Park were named. While prominent pioneers and military officers sought his company, advice, and guidance, others, including some disillusioned, trail-worn Argonauts and even some historians, denounced him and his achievements. Working as a Park Ranger and historian at Lassen National Park, Ken Johnston''s curiosity was piqued and continued through twenty years of research that has led to this fascinating account of the life and legacy of Peter Lassen.This is the result of "deep" research well presented. Readers will be bound to consider the overwhelming evidence and draw conclusions totally vindicating Peter Lassen.-Patricia and Dr. Jack Fletcher, authors of Cherokee Trail Diaries.It has been almost fifty years since anyone published a credible biography of Peter Lassen, one of the West''s most interesting pathfinders and characters. Johnston''s reevaluation of the legends, myths, misunderstandings, and outright lies about the not-so-wily Dane is a worthy contribution to our understanding of the opening of America''s overland trails and the conquest of California.-Will Bagley, author of So Rugged And MountainousKen Johnston has succeeded in finding many different extracts from the old-timers'' records and diaries...together these most important passages give us a magnificent portrait of Peter Lassen and his contemporaries...I read it like I would read a thriller. It is a book not only for history buffs-it appeals to everyone who might have just the slightest interest in the old days.-René Weybye Lassen, Denmark, four times removed great grandnephew of Peter Lassenauthor of Uncle Peter

The State of Equality in the Equality State deftly shows the state''s motto has never met the tests of history, data, and current events. Clearing away the myth that women and minorities have been treated equally, the book reveals the real Wyoming: an open landscape of great beauty and vast naturalresources, populated with communities that have staying power, strong individuals, and the potential for innovation.Paul Jensen sees Wyoming at the crossroads of a new age filled with promising opportunities. Jensen understands the past and shines a light on the darker pockets of a history that continues to affect life today. Only by breaking down its insularity, Jensen argues, can Wyoming join a larger world and benefit from it. By leaving timeworn conventions behind, Jensen shows the tantalizing potential for Wyoming in the twenty-first century.The State of Equality in the Equality State is a refreshingly honest look at Wyoming history and the state''s life today. Paul Jensen reminds us that some our longest held beliefs can be misleading and cloud what is best about Wyoming. As a Wyoming rancher I am also proud to be a big part of Wyoming''s new economy so insightfully developed by Paul.-Norm Pape, third generation Daniel, Wyoming rancher, 2009 winner of Wyoming''s Leopold Conservation Award and one of seven ranches selected nationwide for best conservation practices. One of the seven will be selected as the nation''s best managed and most productive ranch.