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Book Santa Monica Canyon

Download or read book Santa Monica Canyon written by Betty Lou Young and published by . This book was released on 1999-07-01 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Santa Monica Canyon

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  • Author : Gregory Hinton
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2007
  • ISBN : 9780595419326
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Santa Monica Canyon written by Gregory Hinton and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first day of summer foretells new beginnings for John Moore, a renowned, yet emotionally stalled artist, when he notices Mark Ormond, a guarded young poet, on Southern California's Will Rogers State Beach. After John cajoles him, Mark agrees to sit for a portrait he intends to present as an anniversary gift to his long-time lover, Edward Bloom. A famous actor away shooting a film, Edward's relationship with Mark is strained, but Mark hopes to force the issue with the painting. Over the course of the summer in Santa Monica Canyon, a deep friendship develops between Mark and John, challenged by the surprise revelation that they share an unhappy history. As events unfold, both men come to insights and resolutions about life, the value they place on their work in the arts, and lastly, their desire to reconnect and commit to life and to love. Praise for the Novels of Gregory Hinton Cathedral City "A splashy first novel . solid entertainment."-Kirkus Reviews "This wonderful book is as honest as it is heart-wrenching. The intertwining lives of these diverse and unforgettable characters remind us not of the ways we live apart, but the ways we live together."-Greg Sarris, author of Grand Avenue and Watermelon Nights "Hinton has an interesting sense of how people of different races, classes, ages, and ethnicities all mix in a diverse little desert town . Flashes of insight . sharp dialogue . nice descriptive touches."-The Washington Post Book World "Poignant and evocative."-Booklist Desperate Hearts "Hinton's enthusiasm and compassion for his characters comes through in every scene."-Publisher's Weekly "A great summertime read."-Booklist The Way Things Ought to Be "A sexy, '70s coming-of-age story."-The Advocate "Hinton's sweet, unaffected tone should appeal to many; indeed, at its best it recalls Tom Spanbauer's In the City of Shy Hunters and even the inquiry and innocence of Huck Finn."-Booklist The first day of summer foretells new beginnings for John Moore, a renowned, yet emotionally stalled artist, when he notices Mark Ormond, a guarded young poet, on Southern California's Will Rogers State Beach. After John cajoles him, Mark agrees to sit for a portrait he intends to present as an anniversary gift to his long-time lover, Edward Bloom. A famous actor away shooting a film, Edward's relationship with Mark is strained, but Mark hopes to force the issue with the painting. Over the course of the summer in Santa Monica Canyon, a deep friendship develops between Mark and John, challenged by the surprise revelation that they share an unhappy history. As events unfold, both men come to insights and resolutions about life, the value they place on their work in the arts, and lastly, their desire to reconnect and commit to life and to love.

Book Huckleberry

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  • Author : Zoe Nathan
  • Publisher : Chronicle Books
  • Release : 2014-09-09
  • ISBN : 1452132380
  • Pages : 294 pages

Download or read book Huckleberry written by Zoe Nathan and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2014-09-09 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Filled with entertaining behind-the-scenes stories and technical tips . . . this cookbook will thrill meticulous bakers and Huckleberry's devotees” (Library Journal). “Everything in generosity” is the motto of Zoe Nathan, the big-hearted baker behind Santa Monica’s favorite neighborhood bakery and breakfast spot, Huckleberry Bakery & Café. This irresistible cookbook collects more than 115 of Huckleberry’s recipes and more than 150 color photographs, including how-to sequences for mastering basics such as flaky dough and lining a cake pan. Huckleberry’s recipes span from sweet (rustic cakes, muffins, and scones) to savory (hot cereals, biscuits, and quiche). True to the healthful spirit of Los Angeles, these recipes feature whole-grain flours, sesame and flax seeds, fresh fruits and vegetables, natural sugars, and gluten-free and vegan options—and they always lead with deliciousness. For bakers and all-day brunchers, Huckleberry will become the cookbook to reach for whenever the craving for big flavor strikes.

Book Santa Monica Mountains Trail Guide

Download or read book Santa Monica Mountains Trail Guide written by John McKinney and published by Trailmaster Incorporated/ Olympus Press. This book was released on 2011-01 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the magic of the Santa Monica Mountains! "Consult the Santa Monica Mountains Trail Guide and just moments later you'll know where to go for a fun outdoors adventure," declares author John McKinney. "These mountain trails will uplift your spirit." Santa Monica Mountains Trail Guide is a collaboration between author John McKinney, former Los Angeles Times hiking columnist and author of 20 books about hiking and Tom Harrison, California's premier mapmaker, long admired for his easy-to-read and accurate maps of the state's parklands. The only range to bisect a major U.S. city, the Santa Monica Mountains boast a splendid scenic diversity with fine trails leading through woodlands, canyons, foothills and mountains. John McKinney's proven trail accounts, along with Tom Harrison's trusted maps will help you select-and take-a quality hike you're guaranteed to like. Santa Monica Mountains Trail Guide features: Colorful stories, clear maps, easy-to-follow directions Best hikes for waterfalls, wildflowers, mountaintop vistas Best hikes for families, friends, out-of-town guests Nature walks, moderate hikes, all-day adventures Enjoy hikes on classic trails and brand-new pathways in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, plus all you need to know about the trails in Will Rogers, Topanga, Malibu Creek, Leo Carrillo and Point Mugu state parks. Saunter to the M*A*S*H movie and TV location near the magnificent gorge sculpted by Malibu Creek, hike a length of the majestic Backbone Trail that extends 65 miles across the mountains, chill-out at waterfalls in Temescal Canyon and Zuma Canyon, enjoy fabulous wildflower displays at Nicholas Flat and at Malibu's Charmlee Park.

Book Wildflowers of the Santa Monica Mountains

Download or read book Wildflowers of the Santa Monica Mountains written by Milt McAuley and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 566 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Santa Monica Canyon

Download or read book Santa Monica Canyon written by Betty Lou Young and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Santa Monica

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  • Author : Cassidy Lucas
  • Publisher : HarperCollins
  • Release : 2020-10-06
  • ISBN : 0063018454
  • Pages : 444 pages

Download or read book Santa Monica written by Cassidy Lucas and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A debut novel in the vein of Liane Moriarty and Tom Perrotta, about dark secrets brought to life after the mysterious death of a handsome and charismatic trainer to the elite women in Santa Monica. On the western edge of Los Angeles is the gorgeous beachside city of Santa Monica, where the sun-kissed, wealthy residents seem to inhabit real-life California dreams. When movie-star-handsome heartthrob fitness coach Zack Doheny, is found dead on the floor of his gym, the tragedy shocks the elite community, especially those who’d spent many hours each week exercising with the charismatic trainer. As the narrative flashes back to the months leading up to Zack’s death, it quickly becomes clear that things in this coastal paradise are not as glittering as they seem. Lettie – Zack’s secret half-sister and an undocumented housekeeper for the toned, entitled women of Santa Monica – holds her brother responsible for a horrific family accident, and desperately needs his money to prevent her deportation. Regina, type-A exercise addict and entrepreneur, will do anything to get out of debt and to claim Zack for herself. And Mel – a New York City transplant who finds herself forty pounds heavier and far more cynical than the lithe women of Santa Monica – discovers an electric attraction to Zack that threatens to disrupt his bond with Regina and upend Mel’s own marriage. As these residents of Santa Monica begin to crack under the stress of their secrets, one question hangs above it all: what really happened to Zack Doheny? As addictively suspenseful as it is sharply observed, hilarious, and compassionate, Santa Monica is the rare novel that captures readers with propulsive storytelling alongside emotional urgency, irresistible characters, ambitious themes, and a vivid sense of place.

Book Santa Monica Beach

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  • Author : Ernest Marquez
  • Publisher : Angel City Press
  • Release : 2011-04
  • ISBN : 9781883318956
  • Pages : 207 pages

Download or read book Santa Monica Beach written by Ernest Marquez and published by Angel City Press. This book was released on 2011-04 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book On Vegetables

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  • Author : Jeremy Fox
  • Publisher : Phaidon Press
  • Release : 2017-04-17
  • ISBN : 9780714873909
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book On Vegetables written by Jeremy Fox and published by Phaidon Press. This book was released on 2017-04-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The highly anticipated cookbook from Jeremy Fox, the California chef who is redefining vegetable-based cuisine with global appeal Known for his game-changing approach to cooking with vegetables, Jeremy Fox first made his name at the Michelin-starred restaurant Ubuntu in Napa Valley. Today he is one of America's most talked-about chefs, celebrated for the ingredient-focused cuisine he serves at the Los Angeles restaurant, Rustic Canyon Wine Bar and Seasonal Kitchen. In his first book, Fox presents his food philosophy in the form of 160 approachable recipes for the home cook. On Vegetables elevates vegetarian cooking, using creative methods and ingredient combinations to highlight the textures, flavours, and varieties of seasonal produce and including basic recipes for the larder.

Book UFOs Over Topanga Canyon

Download or read book UFOs Over Topanga Canyon written by Preston E. Dennett and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 1999 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About 8,000 people live in rural Topanga Canyon in the Topanga State Park. And for over 50 years, they have become witnesses to UFO visitations on a scale that rivals Hudson Valley in New York. In UFO's Over Topanga Canyon, Preston Dennett reveals the history of UFOs and this peaceful valley. The experiences of people range from seeing lights in the sky and alien craft that move in ways no Earthly vehicle could do, to full-on encounters with creatures not of this planet. Like the darkest "X-Files," these meetings turn to terror as people are abducted and returned, only to find a section of their lives, an entire period of time, has been wiped out. What happened during this missing time? What are these aliens trying to accomplish? Why is this happening just minutes from a major metropolitan area? If you want to find out what is going on and move deeper into the real-life mysteries of aliens, you must read UFO's Over Topanga Canyon.--from the Publisher.

Book Forest and Water

Download or read book Forest and Water written by Abbot Kinney and published by . This book was released on 1900 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Secret Stairs

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  • Author : Charles Fleming
  • Publisher : Santa Monica Press
  • Release : 2010-04-01
  • ISBN : 1595809414
  • Pages : 241 pages

Download or read book Secret Stairs written by Charles Fleming and published by Santa Monica Press. This book was released on 2010-04-01 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Containing walks and detailed maps from throughout the city, Secret Stairs highlights the charms and quirks of a unique feature of the Los Angeles landscape, and chronicles the geographical, architectural, and historical aspects of the city’s staircases, as well as of the neighborhoods in which the steps are located. From strolling through the classic La Loma neighborhood in Pasadena to walking the Sunset Junction Loop in Silver Lake, to taking the Beachwood Canyon hike through “Hollywoodland” to enjoying the magnificent ocean views from the Castellammare district in Pacific Palisades, Secret Stairs takes you on a tour of the staircases all across the City of Angels. The circular walks, rated for duration and difficulty, deliver tales of historic homes and their fascinating inhabitants, bits of unusual local trivia, and stories of the neighborhoods surrounding the stairs. That’s where William Faulkner was living when he wrote the screenplay for To Have and Have Not; that house was designed by Neutra; over there is a Schindler; that’s where Woody Guthrie lived, where Anais Nin died, and where Thelma Todd was murdered . . . Despite the fact that one of these staircases starred in an Oscar-winning short film—Laurel and Hardy’s The Music Box, from 1932—these civic treasures have been virtually unknown to most of the city’s residents and visitors. Now, Secret Stairs puts these hidden stairways back on the map, while introducing urban hikers to exciting new “trails” all around the city of Los Angeles.

Book Sport Climbing in the Santa Monicas

Download or read book Sport Climbing in the Santa Monicas written by Louie Anderson and published by . This book was released on 2017-04-21 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Climbing Guide to the Santa Monica Mountains

Book Architecture in Los Angeles

Download or read book Architecture in Los Angeles written by David Gebhard and published by Gibbs Smith Publishers. This book was released on 1985 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The most comprehensive guide over published to the man-made environment of Southern California. Contains hundreds of entries plus notes on city history, freeways, murals, and historic preservation. Also, a comprehensive bibliography, a photographic history of Los Angeles architecture, and an unequalled style glossary. David Gebhard and Robert Winter deftly pilot the enthusiast through one of the richest architectural regions in the world. With perception, understanding, and wit, the authors point out the classical monuments, the tacky copies, the sublime, and the bizarre. They lead us to the famous buildings and through the backstreets and alleys to find the unsung treasures. Loaded with maps and photographs."--Back cover.

Book Hometown Santa Monica

Download or read book Hometown Santa Monica written by and published by Prospect Park Publishing. This book was released on 2007-11 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A witty, honest, and savvy guide to Santa Monica, Venice, and environs: where to eat, shop, learn, discover and explore.

Book Laurel Canyon

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  • Author : Michael Walker
  • Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
  • Release : 2010-05-01
  • ISBN : 1429932937
  • Pages : 324 pages

Download or read book Laurel Canyon written by Michael Walker and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2010-05-01 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A “richly anecdotal” account of the secluded LA neighborhood’s legendary music scene, a tale of groupies, cocaine, and California dreaming (Salon). Finalist, SCBA Book Award for Nonfiction A Los Angeles Times Bestseller In the late sixties and early seventies, an impromptu collection of musicians colonized a eucalyptus-scented canyon deep in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles and melded folk, rock, and savvy American pop into a sound that conquered the world as thoroughly as the songs of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones had before them. Decades later, the music made in Laurel Canyon continues to pour from radios, earbuds, and concert stages around the world. In Laurel Canyon, veteran journalist Michael Walker draws on interviews with those who were there to tell the inside story of this unprecedented gathering of some of the era’s leading musical lights—including Joni Mitchell; Jim Morrison; Crosby, Stills, and Nash; John Mayall; the Mamas and the Papas; Carole King; the Eagles; and Frank Zappa, to name just a few—who turned Los Angeles into the music capital of the world and forever changed the way popular music is recorded, marketed, and consumed. “An exhaustively researched and richly anecdotal book that will fascinate both rock aficionados and cultural historians.” —Salon “Captures all the magic and lyricism of an almost mythological geographical spot in the history of pop music . . . the story of a more melodious time in rock and roll where the great talents of the ‘60s and ‘70s cloistered together in a sort of enchanted valley populated by an all-star cast of characters.” —Steven Gaines, author of Philistines at the Hedgerow

Book Day Hiking Los Angeles

Download or read book Day Hiking Los Angeles written by Casey Schreiner and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 2016-11-04 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • 125 of the best trails throughout the Los Angeles metro area • Easy-to-use, well-organized guide to hiking in the greater Los Angeles area • Hikes feature ocean views, waterfalls, coastal canyons, native grasslands, rocky peaks, desert wildflowers, and more In Southern California, the city of Los Angeles alone covers more than 500 square miles. Yet beyond the freeways and suburbia, there is a surprising amount of hikeable green space and wilderness. This new guide details trails in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, the world’s largest urban national park stretching from the Pacific Coast right into Hollywood itself; the Santa Susana Mountains in Los Padres National Forest; Angeles National Forest, including the San Gabriels and Mount San Antonio, the highest point in Los Angeles County; the striking desert landscape of Antelope Valley; the Santa Ana Mountains; portions of the San Bernardino Mountains; Chino Hills State Park; and slivers of green space and city parks such as famed Griffith Park.