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Natural State: A Literary Anthology of California Nature Writing

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Overview: This is the first anthology of nature writing that celebrates California, the most geographically diverse state in the union. Readers—be they naturalists or armchair explorers—will find themselves transported to California's many wild places in the company of forty noted writers whose works span more than a century. Divided into sections on California's mountains, hills and valleys, deserts, coast, and elements (earth, wind, and fire), the book contains essays, diary entries, and excerpts from larger works, including fiction. As a prelude to the collection, editor Steven Gilbar presents two California Indian creation myths, one a Cahto narrative and the other an A-juma-wi story as told by Darryl Babe Wilson.Familiar names appear in these pages—John Muir, Robert Louis Stevenson, John McPhee, M.F.K. Fisher, Gretel Ehrlich—but less familiar writers such as Daniel Duane, Margaret Millar, and John McKinney are also included. Among the gems in this treasure trove are Jack Kerouac on climbing Mt. Matterhorn, Barry Lopez on snow geese migration at Tule Lake, Edward Abbey on Death Valley, Henry Miller on Big Sur, and Joan Didion on the Santa Ana winds. Gary Snyder's inspiring Afterword reflects the spirit of environmentalism that runs throughout the book. Natural State also reveals the many changes to California's landscape that have occurred in geological time and in human terms. More than a book of "nature writing," this book is superb writing about nature.Cahto myth: The creation --Grampa Ramsey and the Great Canyon / Darryl Babe Wilson --An elk hunt / Joaquin Miller --Ramblings in Yosemite / Joseph LeConte --Lake Tahoe / Mark Twain --Climbing Matterhorn Peak / Jack Kerouac --A mount for all seasons / Harold Gilliam --Trumpets of light / Ann Zwinger --The fourth dimension / David Rains Wallace --Climbing Half Dome / Daniel Duane --Into the valley / William H. Brewer --The sea fogs / Robert Louis Stevenson --On Sonoma Mountain / Jack London --Flight / John Steinbeck --Spirits of the valley / M.F.K. Fisher --A reflection on white geese / Barry Lopez --In condor country / David Darlington --Winter's fog / David Mas Masumoto --A vanishing land / Hildegarde Flanner --Remnants / Wallace Stegner --Desert walking / John Daniel --Death Valley / Edward Abbey --Overlooking Carrizo Gorge / Susan Zwinger --The palms in our hands / Gary Paul Nabhan --Gaviota coast trails / J. Smeaton Chase --Where the mountains meet the sea / Lawrence Clark Powell --Big Sur / Henry Miller --The sundown sea / T.H. Watkins --A certain moment / Russell Chatham --Tapping the source / Kem Nunn --Santa Rosa / Gretel Ehrlich --Lost coast / John McKinney --Continental drift / James D. Houston --The San Andreas discrepancy / John McPhee --A wind-storm in the forest / John Muir --The Santa Ana / Joan Didion --Nurslings of the sky / Mary Austin --The storm / Jane Hollister Wheelwright --After the fire / Margaret Millar --Afterword: Coming into the watershed / Gary Snyder

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1066643
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January 1, 1998
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Donna  Davis
Donna Davis September 27, 2024
An acceptable diversion. Certain acts were fascinating, while others felt like a slight endeavor to complete. Unlikely to reread, but a reasonable expenditure of time.
Michael Torres
Michael Torres June 07, 2025
Such a rich narrative. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece.
Nicholas Adams
Nicholas Adams November 27, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Andrew Lopez
Andrew Lopez June 04, 2025
A decent, if standard, experience. Certain acts were fascinating, while others felt like a slight endeavor to complete. Perhaps more aligned with a different audience's tastes.
Jessica Jackson
Jessica Jackson February 13, 2025
A highly sophisticated read. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A wonderful companion for a quiet weekend.
Margaret Brown
Margaret Brown March 10, 2024
A decent, if standard, experience. Certain acts were fascinating, while others felt like a slight endeavor to complete. Suitable if your reading queue is empty.
Matthew Clark
Matthew Clark June 12, 2024
A very strong entry. It held my rapt attention, even when certain twists were telegraphed. Quite impressive overall.
Joseph Jackson
Joseph Jackson March 25, 2024
Not entirely to my refined tastes. It verged on repetitive in the second act. A more concise edit would have served it well. Perhaps more aligned with a different audience's tastes.
George Flores
George Flores July 29, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. An effortless 5 stars.
Cynthia Allen
Cynthia Allen February 05, 2025
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. A true literary gem.
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