A Natural History of California (California Natural History Guides) | 
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In this comprehensive and abundantly illustrated book, Allan Schoenherr describes a state with a greater range of landforms, a greater variety of habitats, and more kinds of plants and animals than any area of equivalent size in all of North America. A Natural History of California will familiarize the reader with the climate, rocks, soil, plants and animals in each distinctive region of the state.
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Customer Reviews:
• Excellent Resource 02 October, 2007
This book was an excellent resource for my research papers, and for my CA history classes. The details are wonderful! This book is a must read if you plan on majoring in History (in the state of CA) or if you are planning on teaching in California.
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• A Must For Outdoor Enthusiasts 07 September, 2001
This well thought out introduction to the natural setting of California is a must for anyone that either lives in the state or is planning a visit. I used this book as a reference in a report I wrote on California's environment. The all emcompassing narratives about flora, fauna, geology, geography and the wonder of California, makes this book priceless! This is by far the most thorough book on California's native environment that I have seen. Augment this book with, Audobon's Guide to California, and you have a history, guide and interesting information about California to make any vacation or field trip into a journey of unfathomable wonder of California and the natural environment that most of us fail to take advantage of and appreciate. This book really is a must have for anyone who considers themselves a Californian.
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• A Must Have For Naturalists! 08 February, 2007
This book is a crucial reference for anyone interested in natural patterns, Southen California flora and fauna, and environmental design! Highly recommended! It should be on your shelf! How about we make it required reading for all California residents so everyone can appreciate the natural beauty and brilliance of this great part of the planet?!!
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• It's Big, It's Intimidating, It's Good! 10 April, 2008
This is an exceptional book. I was intimidated by its size, but thought I'd just read the little part concerning the "cismontane" region which is southern California. I read the first line in that first chapter and was HOOKED! Schoenherr's writing is full of vitality and really draws a person in. I'll soon be taking a naturalist class at my local community college because I've found I really enjoy hiking and understanding the natural history in my area of southern California.
Discover the real world around YOU through this book, if you're visiting or living in California.
- Reviewed by customer ID: A2D9FPXXCR2VBW
• Best Overall Book On California's Natural History 27 September, 2008
I had to use this book for a class but was pleasantly surprised at how informative and easy to read it is. I have found myself being able to notice and point out rock formations and geology is not my strong suit. The author does such a good job that you could take this book, drive the length of the state and see each of the environments he writes about. I definitely recommend this book!
- Reviewed by customer ID: A16MBVGDWX8CMH
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