""The Lady of the West; or, The Gold Seekers"" is a historical fiction novel by John Ballou. Set in the mid-19th century, the story follows the adventures of a young woman named Marian, who travels from her home in New York City to California in search of gold. Along the way, she encounters a variety of colorful characters, including a band of outlaws, a group of Native Americans, and a handsome young miner named Jack. Marian proves herself to be...