Becker's detailed study of the gold fields of southern Alaska provides a fascinating look at the region's geology and the history of gold mining in the area. Using his extensive knowledge of mineralogy and geology, Becker provides valuable insights into the formation and distribution of gold deposits in Alaska. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Alaska's rich mining history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.