The Land Of Little Rain by Mary Austin

This book is a classic of American nature writing, providing a lyrical and insightful look at the life and landscape of the American Southwest, particularly the Mojave Desert region. Through a series of sketches, the author explores the flora, fauna, and human inhabitants of this arid region with a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the harsh beauty and resilience of the desert. The work is celebrated for its poetic prose and its evocative portrayal of the relationship between the land and its inhabitants, both human and non-human, as they adapt to the challenges of an unforgiving environment.

The 3463rd greatest book of all time

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Total Points: 108

Since this book was first published in 1903, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 108.0.

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