History of Marin County, California: Including Its Geography, Geology, Topography and Climatography: Together With a ... Record of the Mexican Grants ... ... and Biographical Sketches of Its Early

The book ""History of Marin County, California: Including Its Geography, Geology, Topography, and Climatography"" by J.P. Munro-Fraser is a comprehensive account of the history and physical characteristics of Marin County, California. The book was originally published in 1880 and provides a detailed overview of the county's geography, geology, topography, and climate, as well as its early history and settlement.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of Marin County's history and physical features. The first chapter provides an overview of the county's geography, including its location, size, and boundaries. The chapter also includes information on the county's rivers, bays, and mountains.The second chapter focuses on Marin County's geology, providing a detailed explanation of the county's rock formations, mineral deposits, and geological history. The chapter also includes a description of the county's soils and their suitability for agriculture.The third chapter covers Marin County's topography, including its hills, valleys, and plains. The chapter also includes information on the county's forests and wildlife.The fourth chapter provides a detailed account of Marin County's climate, including its temperature and precipitation patterns, as well as its prevailing winds and weather patterns.The remaining chapters of the book focus on Marin County's early history and settlement. These chapters provide a detailed account of the county's Native American inhabitants, as well as its early Spanish and Mexican settlers. The book also includes information on the county's American settlement, including the establishment of towns and cities, the development of agriculture and industry, and the growth of transportation networks.Overall, ""History of Marin County, California: Including Its Geography, Geology, Topography, and Climatography"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the physical and cultural characteristics of one of California's most important counties. It provides valuable insights into the county's past and present, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and geography of California.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.