by B. Shannon
First published 2018
The September 2018 edition of The New Overland Monthly takes readers on a journey through California's diverse landscape and literary heritage. This third installment examines Calaveras County alongside California Highway 18, while spotlighting Lassen Volcanic National Park's natural wonders. Mark Twain's beloved tale "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" anchors the literary selection, connecting the featured county to one of America's most famous short stories. The issue rounds out its California focus with a curated list of films set within the state's borders, plus historical articles that blend factual accounts with alternative history scenarios. Each feature celebrates different aspects of California's character, from its geographical diversity to its cultural impact on American storytelling.
Genres: literary-fiction, 20th-century, american, 21st-century, americana
Vibes: atmospheric, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: historical-fiction, short-stories
Setting: California, Calaveras County, Lassen Volcanic National Park
Period: 2018, 19th-century
42 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform