The Rush Reviews

“Dolnick skillfully peppers his account with dozens of first-person quotations and experiences, though his focus is on the hopes, journeys and realities of five varied but engaging individuals.”

“Dolnick has succeeded admirably in in putting a decidedly personal face on … an episode that changed America.”

– The New York Times

“Rich with first-person accounts and studded with surprises, The Rush will please readers looking for a breezy, compact narrative.”

– The Wall Street Journal

“Readers new to Gold Rush history will find a bonanza here—and for old hands, Dolnick provides enough fresh interpretation to keep the pages turning.”

– Kirkus Review

“Dolnick’s compulsively readable story is one that’s rarely been told better.”

“New in its color and descriptive riches … Dolnick tapped into the diaries and memoirs of men and women of the era to bring brilliantly alive the experiences of so many thousands.”

– Publisher’s Weekly

“Edward Dolnick’s new book The Rush is fantastic … Dolnick is a rare breed among popular historians. His prose isn’t only smart and lively. It’s also just plain fun to read thanks to his wit and appreciation for masterful storytellers.”

– Christian Science Monitor