Alameda A Geographical History by Merlin, Imelda signed Friends Alameda Library,1977, 3rd printing Softcover in good condition. Text is clean and unmarked, binding tight. Cover is clean This is a history of Alameda California which is Island located west of Oakland. First settled in 1820 by a land grant however natives have lived around the bay for eons prior to that. This book covers the island from its soil to its air and everything in-between, B&W photos, bibliography, 105 pages. Powered by eCRATER . List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.