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Title: The Land of Little Rain

Note: Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook:
#10217 (Text file)
#365 (HTML file with linked table of contents)
#51893 (HTML file Illustrated in B&W with a Linked table of contents)

Contents: The land of little rain -- Water trails of the Carrizo -- The scavengers -- The pocket hunter -- Shoshone land -- Jimville, a Bret Harte town. -- My neighbor's field -- The Mesa trail -- The basket maker -- The streets of the mountains -- Water borders -- Other water borders -- Nurslings of the sky -- The little town of the grape vines

Credits: Produced by Judith Boss, and David Widger

Summary: "The Land of Little Rain" by Mary Austin is a collection of essays and observational writings published during the late 19th century. This work delves into the natural beauty and unique ecological features of the American Southwest, particularly focusing on the desert landscapes shaped by the high Sierras, Death Valley, and the Mojave Desert. Austin captures the essence of this arid yet life-sustaining terrain, reflecting on the resilience of both the indigenous flora and fauna and the human stories intertwined with the land. The opening of the book sets a reflective tone as Austin introduces the complex relationship between humans and the desert environment. Through vibrant descriptions of the landscape, she articulates the characteristics of the desert—its harsh beauty, the intricate networks of life it supports, and the various seasonal transformations it undergoes. The narrative highlights cultural elements, including Native American perspectives on naming and place, and describes the significance of water in this challenging climate. Austin provides initial insights into the diverse ecosystems and the challenges faced by those who inhabit this harsh yet compelling land, inviting readers to ponder the deeper meanings of perseverance and connection to nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Austin, Mary, 1868-1934

EBook No.: 365

Published: Jul 9, 2008

Downloads: 359

Language: English

Subject: California -- Social life and customs

Subject: Natural history -- California

Subject: California -- Description and travel

Subject: Frontier and pioneer life -- California

Subject: California -- History, Local

LoCC: United States local history: Pacific States

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Land of Little Rain

Note: Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook:
#10217 (Text file)
#365 (HTML file with linked table of contents)
#51893 (HTML file Illustrated in B&W with a Linked table of contents)

Contents: The land of little rain -- Water trails of the Carrizo -- The scavengers -- The pocket hunter -- Shoshone land -- Jimville, a Bret Harte town. -- My neighbor's field -- The Mesa trail -- The basket maker -- The streets of the mountains -- Water borders -- Other water borders -- Nurslings of the sky -- The little town of the grape vines

Credits: Produced by Judith Boss, and David Widger

Summary: "The Land of Little Rain" by Mary Austin is a collection of essays and observational writings published during the late 19th century. This work delves into the natural beauty and unique ecological features of the American Southwest, particularly focusing on the desert landscapes shaped by the high Sierras, Death Valley, and the Mojave Desert. Austin captures the essence of this arid yet life-sustaining terrain, reflecting on the resilience of both the indigenous flora and fauna and the human stories intertwined with the land. The opening of the book sets a reflective tone as Austin introduces the complex relationship between humans and the desert environment. Through vibrant descriptions of the landscape, she articulates the characteristics of the desert—its harsh beauty, the intricate networks of life it supports, and the various seasonal transformations it undergoes. The narrative highlights cultural elements, including Native American perspectives on naming and place, and describes the significance of water in this challenging climate. Austin provides initial insights into the diverse ecosystems and the challenges faced by those who inhabit this harsh yet compelling land, inviting readers to ponder the deeper meanings of perseverance and connection to nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Austin, Mary, 1868-1934

EBook No.: 365

Published: Jul 9, 2008

Downloads: 359

Language: English

Subject: California -- Social life and customs

Subject: Natural history -- California

Subject: California -- Description and travel

Subject: Frontier and pioneer life -- California

Subject: California -- History, Local

LoCC: United States local history: Pacific States

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.