Our Italy by Charles Dudley Warner

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Author Warner, Charles Dudley, 1829-1900
LoC No. rc01000915
Title Our Italy
Note Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Our Italy" by Charles Dudley Warner is a travelogue written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on Southern California, drawing parallels between its beauty and climate to that of Italy, while exploring the physical characteristics and bounty of the region. The author invites readers to consider the landscape, agricultural potential, and the livability of this unique part of the United States. At the start of the narrative, Warner vividly describes the awe-inspiring transition experienced by travelers as they journey into the picturesque vistas of Southern California from the rigors of cold alpine landscapes. The opening portion establishes the contrasting climates, highlighting the abundance of lush gardens, orchards, and varying elevations that contribute to a unique ecosystem. The author emphasizes the richness of the terrain, discussing the implications of localized weather patterns, irrigation, and cultivation, which together position Southern California as a fertile and thriving land, drawing comparisons to Italy yet with its own distinct charm and characteristics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States
Subject Agriculture -- California
Subject Urbanization -- California
Subject Real estate development -- California
Subject Business -- California
Subject California, Southern -- Description and travel
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EBook-No. 28506
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Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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