SACRED SITES The Secret History of Southern California

Audiobooks that defy categorization are rare, so don't miss listening to this astoundingly creative exploration of the history of place--Southern California, to be exact. After poet Gary Snyder's introduction, read enthusiastically by Peter Coyote, the author plunges into an epic account of our universe. Starting 13.7 billion years ago with the Big Bang, Suntree offers a lyrical summation of early life in the cosmos as the universe expands and particles collide and combine into the building blocks of our bodies, geographies, and the unique landscape of present-day California. The audio version's unique value is most evident when the author and actor Kalani Queypo perform Indigenous myths and songs that were created for oral transmission. The emotional nuances of Suntree and Queypo's delivery will make your ears dance. J.T. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2021]