The Land of Little Rain - Austin, Mary
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Mary Austin was an early ecologist, feminist, and desert dweller. The Land of Little Rain is a book about earth, sky, weather, and some of the plants and animals that survive and reproduce among those elemental and elementary events, She describes a few of the people who once lived in what was something close to an original state of nature. The Table on Contents includes The land of little rain. -- Water trails of the Ceriso. -- The scavengers. -- The pocket hunter. - Shoshone land. -- Jimville, a Bret Harte town. -- My neighbor's field. -- The mesa trail. -- The basket maker. -- The streets…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
Mary Austin was an early ecologist, feminist, and desert dweller. The Land of Little Rain is a book about earth, sky, weather, and some of the plants and animals that survive and reproduce among those elemental and elementary events, She describes a few of the people who once lived in what was something close to an original state of nature. The Table on Contents includes The land of little rain. -- Water trails of the Ceriso. -- 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.
Autorenporträt
Mary Austin, a pioneering American nature author and social activist, made huge contributions to literature in the early 20th century. One of her incredible works is "California: The Land of the Sun." This book is a testomony to Austin's deep connection with the herbal global and her ardour for the landscapes of California. In "California: The Land of the Sun," Austin eloquently captures the essence of the Golden State, portray shiny graphics of its numerous ecosystems, from deserts to mountains. Her prose reflects a profound appreciation for the unique vegetation and fauna that outline California's geography, showcasing her keen observational capabilities and environmental consciousness. Beyond its naturalistic recognition, the book additionally delves into the cultural and social factors of California, providing readers with a holistic knowledge of the country's character. Austin's writing transcends mere description; it will become a party of California's splendor, each in its landscapes and its cultural richness. Mary Austin's legacy lies no longer simplest in her literary achievements but also in her advocacy for Native American rights and environmental conservation.