Chaparral: Studies In The Dwarf Forests, Or Elfin-Wood, Of Southern California is a book written by Fred Gordon Plummer and published in 1911. The book is a comprehensive study of the unique ecosystem of the chaparral, a type of shrubland found in Southern California. The author explores the various plant and animal species that inhabit the chaparral, as well as the geological and ecological factors that contribute to its formation and maintenance. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the chaparral ecosystem. The author also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the subject matter. Overall, Chaparral is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating glimpse into one of California's most distinctive natural environments.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.