Visionary State shows a California that few of us who even live here know or understand. Not only is this book a beautiful showcase of photographs highlighting the wide diversity of both natural beauty and man-made visionary sites in California, but the well written text about each set of photos also provides remarkable insight into these places within California that many of we natives didn't even know existed. A gorgeous, high quality book. Great gift for any Californian and anyone that admires the unique history and beauty of our fair state.