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The Land of Little Rain

Mary Austin

FormatEbook
Published2008
Words35,403
LanguageEnglish
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About this book
Mary Austin's collected essays describe the arid landscapes of the American Southwest, particularly the desert regions of California between the Sierra Nevada and Death Valley, portraying their plants, animals, weather, and human inhabitants. Readers interested in nature writing, environmental history, and the American West will find it valuable.

Mary Austin

Mary Austin (1868–1934) was an American writer known for her nature writing and depictions of the American Southwest and its desert landscapes. She is best remembered for her book "The Land of Little Rain," which explored the region and its inhabitants.

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