The Deserts of California: A California Field Atlas

A grand adventure through California's deserts, featuring hundreds of watercolor maps and illustrations, blending art and science to evoke the underappreciated natural abundance of the arid lands.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 592 pages
Publication date: 23 November 2023
Publisher: Heyday Books

A captivating illustrated journey into the breathtaking landscapes of California's deserts, revealing the remarkable abundance of life that thrives within these arid regions.

Written by Obi Kaufmann, the acclaimed author-illustrator of the best-selling California Field Atlas, this captivating volume takes readers on a grand adventure through time, geography, and ecology.

Similar to his previous works, The Forests of California and The Coasts of California, Kaufmann's The Deserts of California combines art and science in stunning fashion, featuring hundreds of vibrant watercolor maps and illustrations.

Spanning the Great Basin, Mojave, Colorado, and Sonoran Deserts, Kaufmann delves into the rich tapestry of national and state parks, monuments, and wilderness areas that showcase the underappreciated natural beauty of California's arid lands.

From the iconic Joshua Tree to the awe-inspiring Death Valley, these deserts come alive as Kaufmann portrays them, offering perfect settings for introspection and envisioning a future where California can thrive beyond the challenges of climate breakdown.

The Deserts of California is a seminal work in the literature of American deserts, offering a vibrant and celebratory perspective that is filled with hope and wonder. It serves as a testament to the resilience and diversity of life in these often-overlooked environments.

This captivating book will transport readers to the heart of California's deserts, inspiring a deeper appreciation for the natural world and encouraging us to explore and protect these precious landscapes for generations to come.

Weight: 950g
Dimension: 154 x 205 x 46 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781597146180