This lavishly illustrated atlas takes readers off the beaten path and outside normal conceptions of California, revealing its myriad ecologies, topographies, and histories in exquisite maps and trail paintings. Based on decades of exploring the backcountry of the Golden State, artist-adventurer Obi Kaufmann blends science and art to illuminate the multifaceted array of living, connected systems like no book has done before.

Chock-full of illuminating infographics, maps, and wonderfully observed wildlife watercolors. A perfect gift for the California outdoor enthusiast.

527 pages. 5 3/4 inches by 7 3/4 inches