Superstition Mountain: A Ride Through Time

by James Swanson, Tom Kollenborn

This book is a great history about the Superstitious Mountains, its people, and its legend with an ending still unwritten. Few subjects a tribute so much in legend and lore as does the famous tale of the Lost Dutchman Mine. for almost a century men and women have searched the Superstitious Mountains of Central Arizona for what they believe is the richest gold mine in the world. It is their stories which compose most of the history of these mountains. The search continues today at a pace unequaled in the annals of the American Southwest. Superstitious A Ride Through Time tells the tantalizing, true tales of the many men and women who have ventured into the Superstitious Wilderness to search for gold mines or hidden treasure. The book provides in-depth information on subjects such The background of Jacob Waltz and some interesting possibilities as to the source of his gold; The intriguing story of E. M. Reavis, the hermit of Superstitious Mountain; The Saga of Julia Thomas and the Petrasch brothers in their quest for Waltz's gold; The mysterious disappearance and death of Adolph Ruth; The early miners and cowboys of the Superstitious region; The bloody feud between Celeste Jones and Edgar Piper near Weaver's Needle.

Paperback

First published September 1, 1999

Reviews

[Pat Rolston · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely fantastic and quick, but highly informative book about the Superstition Mountains and the epic characters who made them home of explored their mysteries. We moved to Phoenix and I can’t imagine a better way to get to know the incredible history and intriguing characters who bring joy to the reader. Legacy is relative to the land and its history and the legacies built by these settlers boggles the imagination. So for locals it may be a bit more compelling, but the stories translate to anyone wanting to be enlightened and entertained by history better than fiction.

[PaulS · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you are interested in the superstition wilderness history it’s full of hard to find info and stories.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great local history on interesting miners and treasure hunters and hermits. Highly readable

[Lance I · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book provides a lot of interesting information about the Superstition Mountain history. Well researched. Well written.

[Alison Fletcher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book on local history.