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The Land of Enchantment: From Pike's Peak to the Pacific

By Lilian Whiting

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Embark on a journey through the American Southwest's hidden gems filled with breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cultures, urging readers to discover the overlooked wonders of their own land.

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2017-10-09
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Summary

"The Land of Enchantment: From Pike's Peak to the Pacific" by Lilian Whiting is a travel narrative that showcases the stunning scenery and diverse cultures of the American Southwest in the early 1900s. The story opens by noting that people should look at the natural wonders in the United States. It guides readers through Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Southern California, paying special attention to landmarks like Pike's Peak, the Grand Canyon, and the Petrified Forest. The book paints a vivid picture, encouraging people to explore the area's beauty and inviting them to marvel at this landscape's colorful sunsets, abundant plant and animal life, and interesting residents.

About the Author

Lilian Whiting was an American journalist, editor, and author of poetry and short stories. She served as literary editor of the Boston Evening Traveller (1880–1890), editor-in-chief of the Boston Budget (1890–93), and afterward, spent much of her time in Europe. Whiting was the author of The World Beautiful, From Dreamland Sent, a book of poems, A Study of the Life and Poetry of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, A Record of Kate Field, The World Beautiful in Books, Boston Days, Florence of Landor, The Outlook Beautiful, Italy, the Magic Land, Paris the Beautiful, and others.

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