The NUGGETS series consists of short, digestible tidbits written as snack food for your brain. In NUGGETS: My California, the author says, "Join me in this world of gleaming nuggets from the golden state of California. Savor tiny tales of people and places. Be tempted by wine and cheese. Fly in a hot air balloon. Explore the island of romance. Beware of attack by pirates. Ride with early television western heroes. Join trailblazers and city builders. Strike it rich during the Gold Rush or find treasure in land deals, or trade in precious commodities-sugar, chocolate, racehorses. "Take a moment while standing in line, sitting on a bus or train, waiting at the airport. Come with me to discover the California I love."