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Almanac for Thirty-Niners: Compiled by the Workers of the Federal Writers' Project of the Works Progress Administration in the City of San Francisco (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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WE san franciscans have to be reminded about the seasons. Blown upon by ocean mists, we wear our tweeds the year round cultivate gardens in January and pull up our chairs to grate fires in July. We do have our seasons, often compressing spring, summer, autumn, and winter into a single day, but we sometimes forget that other sections of the country pace through a cycle of 12 very different months.
Hence, anyone who wishes to keep a personal eye on the seasons must exercise a sort of hunter's alertness watch for the most fugi tive signs. This is strenuous business, and there is a much easier way to keep informed consult an almanac. Here we can read that winter, of all seasons, Opened on this clear warm day, or that spring began on this chill one.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, an almanac for 1939, provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural life of San Francisco during the Great Depression. It is a snapshot of a time and place, capturing the zeitgeist of the city and offering insights into how people lived in a tumultuous era. The author, aided by the Federal Writers Project, masterfully intertwines historical events, daily life anecdotes, and vignettes of local traditions to present a comprehensive picture of pre-World War II San Francisco. The detailed almanac format allows readers to explore various aspects of the city's daily life, from weather patterns and upcoming events to local lore and culinary recommendations. This unique book is a valuable resource for both history buffs and anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of San Francisco. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334730290_0
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