Natural History of the Islands of California Illustrated Books delighting in the grand scale

delighting in the grand scale and details alike

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the striking desert landscape of Antelope Valley

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"Eating is not only a political act

Natural History of the Islands of California Illustrated Books delighting in the grand scaleIslands have always been fascinating places, their separateness evoking a sense of mystery and inspiring a yearning for exploration. California's islands are unique evolutionary laboratories, places where plants and animals have grown and interacted in isolation for millions of years. This comprehensive book discusses both the human and the natural history of the islands of California, including all eight Channel Islands, Ao Nuevo, the Farallons, and