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A novel by Mary Austin that tells the story of a Native American family living in Yosemite Valley. The book explores themes of identity, tradition, and the clash between Native and Anglo-American cultures.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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"Unwavering Trust" is a charming novel that follows Amelia O'Neill, a vivacious young lady, on her journey for an amazing line of work on board an extravagance boat investigating the Incomparable Boundary Reef. Amelia's cleverness and enduring assurance radiate through as she explores through life's difficulties in quest for her goals. Against the setting of Australia's dazzling scenes, the story drenches perusers in the dynamic magnificence of the East Coast. From the spectacular Daintree rainforest to the pure shores of Myall ocean side, the writer lays out a striking picture that transports perusers to these wonderful areas. In the midst of her undertakings, Amelia wrestles with unsettled feelings from a past relationship, however stays fearless in embracing new open doors and fashioning her own way. Through her excursion, perusers are urged to embrace their own fantasies, beat impediments, and take advantage of the sparkling oceans of chance that look for them. "The Gleaming Oceans of Chance" is a story of strength, self-revelation, and the quest for a satisfying life loaded up with experience and probability.

"California: The Land of the Sun" written by Mary Austin is a captivating exploration of the various landscapes, cultures, and natural wonders that outline the Golden State. Austin prose immerses readers inside the breathtaking splendor of California's terrain, from the arid deserts to the majestic mountains. Through keen observation and lyrical descriptions, Austin paints a shiny portrait of California's particular plant life and fauna, celebrating the kingdom's ecological richness. Her deep connection with the natural world shines through as she captures the essence of the land with a poetic touch, inviting readers to appreciate the intricacies of California's geography. Beyond the environmental recognition, Austin delves into the cultural tapestry of California, exploring the traditions and histories that form the country's identity. Her holistic approach presents readers with a complete knowledge of California's man or woman, mixing nature writing with cultural observation. "California: The Land of the Sun" isn't only a literary masterpiece however also a reflection of Mary Austin's advocacy for Native American rights and environmental conservation. Her work stands as a testament to the long-lasting connection between humanity and the herbal world, inspiring readers to cherish and defend the landscapes that make California a land of extremely good splendor and diversity.

The Land of Journeys' Ending is a novel written by Mary Austin. The story is set in the early 1900s in the American West, and follows the life of a young woman named Nophaie, who is of Native American descent. Nophaie is raised by her grandfather, a traditional Navajo medicine man, and has a deep connection to the land and the spirits that inhabit it.As Nophaie grows older, she becomes torn between her Navajo heritage and the modern world that is encroaching upon her people's way of life. She is sent to a boarding school for Native American children, where she struggles to adapt to the culture and traditions of the white world. Eventually, Nophaie returns to her Navajo community, but finds that her people are facing numerous challenges, including the loss of their land and the erosion of their culture.Throughout the novel, Austin explores themes of identity, cultural conflict, and the relationship between humans and nature. She also provides a vivid and detailed portrait of life in the American West during this time period, highlighting the beauty and complexity of the landscape and the people who inhabit it.Overall, The Land of Journeys' Ending is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of the American West. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history, environmentalism, or the literature of the American West.This is a new release of the original 1924 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This absorbing study chronicles the remarkable movement for domestic worker rights in Indonesia. Examining the contribution of workers, activists, unionists, journalists, and scholars from the 1980s to COVID-19. it offers an original perspective on the spatial politics and everyday experiences of cross-class feminist and transnational social movement organizing.

Mary Hunter Austin (September 9, 1868 - August 13, 1934) was an American writer. One of the early nature writers of the American Southwest, her classic The Land of Little Rain (1903) describes the fauna, flora and people - as well as evoking the mysticism and spirituality - of the region between the High Sierra and the Mojave Desert of southern California.Mary Hunter Austin was born on September 9, 1868 in Carlinville, Illinois (the fourth of six children) to George and Susannah (Graham) Hunter. She graduated from Blackburn College in 1888. Her family moved to California in the same year and established a homestead in the San Joaquin Valley. Mary married Stafford Wallace Austin on May 18, 1891 in Bakersfield, California. He was from Hawaii and a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley. For 17 years Austin made a special study of Indian life in the Mojave Desert, and her publications set forth the intimate knowledge she thus acquired. She was a prolific novelist, poet, critic, and playwright, as well as an early feminist and defender of Native American and Spanish-American rights. She is best known for her tribute to the deserts of California, The Land of Little Rain (1903). Her play, The Arrow Maker, dealing with Indian life, was produced at the New Theatre, (New York) in 1911, the same year she published a rhapsodic tribute to her acquaintance H.G. Wells as a producer of "informing, vitalizing, indispensable books" in the American Magazine.Austin and her husband were involved in the local California Water Wars, in which the water of Owens Valley was eventually drained to supply Los Angeles. When their battle was lost, he moved to Death Valley, California.

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Santa Lucia: A Common Story is a novel written by Mary Austin. The book revolves around the life of a young girl named Lucia, who grows up in a small town in California. The story begins with Lucia's childhood and follows her through adolescence and into adulthood. Lucia is the daughter of a Mexican mother and an American father, which makes her feel like she doesn't truly belong in either culture. Despite this, she is determined to find her place in the world and make a difference. Throughout the book, Lucia faces many challenges, including discrimination, poverty, and heartbreak. However, she remains resilient and determined to overcome these obstacles. The novel also explores themes of identity, race, and class, as well as the struggles of immigrants and minorities in America during the early 20th century. Overall, Santa Lucia: A Common Story is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the life of a young woman trying to find her way in a complex and often unfair world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This is a new release of the original 1934 edition.

Mary Hunter Austin (September 9, 1868 - August 13, 1934) was an American writer. One of the early nature writers of the American Southwest, her classic The Land of Little Rain (1903) describes the fauna, flora and people - as well as evoking the mysticism and spirituality - of the region between the High Sierra and the Mojave Desert of southern California.Mary Hunter Austin was born on September 9, 1868 in Carlinville, Illinois (the fourth of six children) to George and Susannah (Graham) Hunter. She graduated from Blackburn College in 1888. Her family moved to California in the same year and established a homestead in the San Joaquin Valley. Mary married Stafford Wallace Austin on May 18, 1891 in Bakersfield, California. He was from Hawaii and a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley.

The Lovely Lady is a novel written by Mary Austin and published in 1913. The story is set in California during the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Felicia Austin. Felicia is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is admired by many, but she struggles to find her place in society. She is torn between her desire for independence and her duty to her family.The novel explores themes of love, family, and identity. Felicia's relationships with the men in her life, including her father, brother, and several suitors, are a central focus of the story. The Lovely Lady also delves into the social and cultural norms of the time, particularly with regards to gender roles and expectations.As Felicia navigates her way through society, she must confront the challenges and obstacles that come with being a woman in a patriarchal world. She must also come to terms with her own desires and aspirations, and find a way to reconcile them with the expectations of those around her.Overall, The Lovely Lady is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of California during the late 19th century. It is a timeless tale of love, family, and self-discovery that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

The Trail Book is a fiction by Mary Hunter Austin. She was an American writer. One of the early nature writers of the American Southwest, her classic The Land of Little Rain (1903) describes the fauna, flora and people - as well as evoking the mysticism and spirituality - of the region between the High Sierra and the Mojave Desert of southern California.

Set amidst the eniWithin the captivating pages of this novel, the Taplinger family's enigmatic motives and choices unfold. Gmatic world of the Taplinger family, this literary masterpiece unravels a tapestry of extraordinary motivations and choices. At its core is Fey Taplinger, a captivating protagonist who enters into marriage with Burt, driven solely by a resolute commitment to perpetuate the illustrious Taplinger name and lineage. The wedding, shrouded in suddenness, leaves onlookers, including the perplexed Merrill neighbors who bear witness, entranced by a swirl of bewilderment and curiosity. As the narrative unfurls, veils of secrecy and mysteries enshroud the Taplinger family, ensnaring others in a tantalizing pursuit of answers and understanding. Themes of duty, ancestral heritage, and the intricate repercussions of decisions tethered to time-honored traditions permeate the pages. Amidst this labyrinthine landscape, characters navigate intricate relationships, grapple with unforeseen trials, and embark upon a profound journey of self-discovery. Motivations are questioned, and the true essence behind each action is relentlessly examined.

The greatest difficulty to be met in the writing of an Indian play is the extensive misinformation about Indians. Any real aboriginal of my acquaintance resembles his prototype in the public mind about as much as he does the high-nosed, wooden sign of a tobacco store, the fact being that, among the fifty-eight linguistic groups of American aboriginals, customs, traits, and beliefs differ as greatly as among Slavs and Sicilians. Their very speech appears not to be derived from any common stock. All that they really have of likeness is an average condition of primitiveness: they have traveled just so far toward an understanding of the world they live in, and no farther. It is this general limitation of knowledge which makes, in spite of the multiplication of tribal customs, a common attitude of mind which alone affords a basis of interpretation.

"Voiceless" is a gripping novel that delves into the complex world of power, influence, and ethical dilemmas in the agricultural industry. Written by an insightful author, the book paints a vivid picture of the intersecting realms of politics, business, and environmental conservation. The story revolves around Malcolm Craig, a former politician, who finds himself reluctantly accepting the position of chairing the Elysian Award committee. Drawn into the enigmatic world of Elysian, a controversial agricultural corporation, Malcolm becomes entangled in a web of conflicting interests and moral quandaries. As Malcolm navigates the treacherous waters of the Elysian conglomerate, he grapples with his personal reservations about the company's practices. Elysian's innovative but divisive products, including genetically modified crops and potent herbicides, have sparked public outrage and accusations of environmental harm and health risks.

The Land of Little Rain by Mary Austin. Top 100 Books - America. The Land of Little Rain is a book written by American writer Mary Hunter Austin. First published in 1903, it contains a series of interrelated lyrical essays about the inhabitants of the American Southwest, both human and otherwise.

In preparing this volume of western myths for school use the object has been not so much to provide authentic Indian Folk-tales, as to present certain aspects of nature as they appear in the myth-making mood, that is to say, in the form of strongest appeal to the child mind. Indian myths as they exist among Indians are too frequently sustained by coarse and cruel incidents comparable to the belly-ripping joke in Jack the Giant Killer, or the blinding of Gloucester in King Lear, and when presented in story form, too often fall under the misapprehension of the myth as something invented and added to the imaginative life. It is, in fact, the root and branch of man's normal intimacy with nature.

Mary Hunter Austin (September 9, 1868 - August 13, 1934) was an American writer. One of the early nature writers of the American Southwest, her classic The Land of Little Rain (1903) describes the fauna, flora and people - as well as evoking the mysticism and spirituality - of the region between the High Sierra and the Mojave Desert of southern California.Mary Hunter Austin was born on September 9, 1868 in Carlinville, Illinois (the fourth of six children) to George and Susannah (Graham) Hunter. She graduated from Blackburn College in 1888. Her family moved to California in the same year and established a homestead in the San Joaquin Valley. Mary married Stafford Wallace Austin on May 18, 1891 in Bakersfield, California. He was from Hawaii and a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley.

Mary Hunter Austin (September 9, 1868 - August 13, 1934) was an American writer. One of the early nature writers of the American Southwest, her classic The Land of Little Rain (1903) describes the fauna, flora and people - as well as evoking the mysticism and spirituality - of the region between the High Sierra and the Mojave Desert of southern California.Mary Hunter Austin was born on September 9, 1868 in Carlinville, Illinois (the fourth of six children) to George and Susannah (Graham) Hunter. She graduated from Blackburn College in 1888. Her family moved to California in the same year and established a homestead in the San Joaquin Valley. Mary married Stafford Wallace Austin on May 18, 1891 in Bakersfield, California. He was from Hawaii and a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley.

Outland is a novel written by Mary Austin. The story is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of a young woman named Barbara Latham. Barbara is a city girl who marries a rancher named Tom Outland and moves to his remote ranch in the Southwest. As she adjusts to her new life, Barbara learns about the history and culture of the region, as well as the struggles of the people who live there. She also discovers the story of Tom's friend, a Native American named Blue Elk, who discovered a mysterious ancient city in the nearby cliffs. The novel explores themes of identity, cultural differences, and the clash between modernity and tradition. Austin's vivid descriptions of the landscape and the people of the Southwest make Outland a captivating read for anyone interested in American history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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This is a new release of the original 1924 edition.