This Day in California History profiles some 366 different people, places and events that have played a part in this amazing state's colorful history. Here you get the lowdown on everything from the origins of the Fender guitar to the origins of Earth Day, from the birth of Barbie to the birth of the Hells Angels, from the announcement of the first Emmys to the opening of the first motel. Dozens of memorable moments in the worlds of music, movies, science and sports, find their way into this narrative, as do several literary milestones, all of the state's major earthquakes, and much, much more besides. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of California and the state's enduring impact worldwide.