Essays discuss the last pockets of wildlands in and around Los Angeles, and the interaction between urban development and nature conservation.
"Think of wilderness and inner city L. A. doesn't usually come to mind; but for David Wieinas the last wildlands in the city have prompted much fascination and study. Torn between cafes and trails, he hikes the boundaries of the city and examines urban and wilderness blends within city confines."
– Midwest Book Review