Ventura County: Land of Everlasting Summers [Hardcover]

Tim Hauf (Author), Donna Jeffries (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2009

Located on California s spectacular Gold Coast, Ventura County has come to personify the California Dream. Wind-swept beaches, sensational surf, sunny skies, lush farmland, fragrant orange groves, serene valleys, breathtaking vistas, remote islands, rugged wilderness, majestic mountains, and a rich and fascinating history all collectively form this enchanting paradise. Ventura County: Land of Everlasting Summers captures the allure of one of the most diverse landscapes in the world as well as the wonders of this region s rare Mediterranean ecosystem, archaeological treasures, geological phenomena, and the unique flora and fauna found nowhere else on earth. This visually stunning tribute to Ventura County showcases the vast beauty, history, and mystique of the region through the photographic lens of internationally acclaimed photographer Tim Hauf and the insightful narrative of writer Donna Jeffries. They have combined their talents to create this brilliant volume. The moments in time seized by Hauf s keen eye and quick camera reflect the kaleidoscope of colors, textures, and perspectives that are Ventura County. This captivating collection contains images of well-known and beloved sites and also reveals remote and rarely seen regions. Attention is also given to the county s famed agricultural history. You have likely tasted some of the treats the area s lush croplands have given to the world: succulent oranges, buttery avocados, and juicy strawberries. We invite you now to feast your eyes as well.

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About the Author

Tim Hauf s desire to create a better understanding and appreciation of the world around us through photography has taken him to many remote corners of the planet. His photographs have appeared in numerous publications throughout the world, including Islands, Sunset, Asia Pacific Travel, Mini-World (Japan), Explore (Canada), Terre Sauvage (France), Dove (Italy), South Africa Times, USA Today, National Geographic, Hemispheres, and others. His published books describe unique destinations such as the Himalaya of Nepal; South America s remote Patagonia; the rugged wilderness of northern Manitoba, Canada; South Africa s remarkable World Heritage Sites; and California s Channel Islands National Park. This is Tim s second book on Ventura County. Donna Jeffries has been a featured writer for several local Ventura publications as well as numerous popular on-line magazines. Her media credits include writing and producing Hollywood Beat, a cable talk show featuring legendary Academy Award winning filmmakers. She has also written several feature films and TV productions, including a historic account of the first wireless voice transmission and a feature film showcasing the history of the Mediterranean island Sardinia. Born and raised in California, she has been a resident of Ventura for five years

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Tim Hauf Photography (April 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0978821947
• ISBN-13: 978-0978821944
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 10.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,881,387 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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