"A Truthful Woman in Southern California" by Kate Sanborn is a travel story from the 1800s where a woman shares her trip to California, mixing helpful tips with her own thoughts, as she trades Massachusetts for the sunny vibes of Southern California. The book kicks off by explaining why she's heading to California, mainly because the cold weather back home is making her sick. She talks about what to pack and funny things that happen when you travel. Once she gets to Coronado Beach, she's blown away by how pretty it is, with both nature and fancy buildings. This sets the tone for the rest of the book, showing how she's both sensible and really appreciates the beauty around her, inviting you to join her as she looks for healing and excitement in a new place.
A Truthful Woman in Southern California
By Kate Sanborn
Leaving behind a life of ill health in Massachusetts, a woman journeys to Southern California, seeking both adventure and a cure in the sun-drenched landscapes of a vibrant new world.
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About the AuthorKate Sanborn was an American author, teacher and lecturer. Also a reviewer, compiler, essayist, and farmer, Sanborn was famous for her cooking and housekeeping.
Kate Sanborn was an American author, teacher and lecturer. Also a reviewer, compiler, essayist, and farmer, Sanborn was famous for her cooking and housekeeping.
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