In Tamal Land by Helen Bingham
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"In Tamal Land" by Helen Bingham is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the attractions and scenic beauties of Marin County, California, weaving together its rich historical background and natural landscape. Through vivid descriptions, the author elaborates on both the beauty of the land and the narratives of its early settlers, suggesting a unique blend of history and appreciation for nature. The opening of the book
paints a picturesque image of Marin County and encompasses the journey towards its shores. Bingham contrasts the historical significance of the area with its present-day allure, focusing on early settlers such as John Read and Captain William Antonio Richardson. The narrative immerses the reader in the evolving landscape, where she recounts the transition of the land from Native American presence to that of the Spanish settlers and later Anglo-Americans. The author imbues her descriptions with an emotional resonance, highlighting the poignant loss experienced by the descendants of early pioneers, framing the history of the land as a character of its own. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bingham, Helen |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 06041539 |
| Title | In Tamal Land |
| Credits |
Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | Marin County (Calif.) -- History |
| Subject | Marin County (Calif.) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56061 |
| Release Date | Nov 27, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 312 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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