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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
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This review is from: Orange Empire: California and the Fruits of Eden (Hardcover)
A surprisingly readable book about California's Orange Empire. Covers the rise and fall of citrus growing in Southern California. The expected topics are covered, such as how the industry started, the beginnings of Sunkist, how Sunkist created a national demand for fresh citrus fruit year-round, etc. There is an remarkable section on the Depression and the attempts to unionize citrus workers. John Steinbeck even makes an appearance. I assumed the book would be a bit dry, but this wasn't the case at all. Those living in, or those who have an interest in the history of Southern California should read this book. I hope there is a paperback version of this book coming. The hardcover price is steep.
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Orange Empire: California and the Fruits of Eden by Douglas Cazaux Sackman (Hardcover - February 7, 2005)
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