California Eclectic: A Topical Geography

From Introduction - California is unique in may ways, and the variety and complexity of its physical and human geography is unparalleled in comparison with the 49 states. California has represented the leading edge of styles, attitudes, fashions, and environmental, political, and social movements for many years. In terms of economic vitality, if California were an independent nation its economy would rank eight in the world with the diversity and growth of its businesses and industries a remarkable mainstay of the state's economy. (Description by http-mart)