Because he was born in Salinas California, on the Monterey Coast. He must have known it best, and chose it as his main focal point in his novels, novelettes, and short stories.
"The Chrysanthemums" by John Steinbeck is set in the Salinas Valley, California. The story showcases the life of a married woman named Elisa Allen, who finds solace and purpose in her beautiful chrysanthemum garden.
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If you mean Bible stories that take place in Alexandria, Egypt, there are none.
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Eric Wilson's stories takes place in Canada
LA California
"Crash" is a 2004 film directed by Paul Haggis that takes place in Los Angeles, California. The movie explores the complexities of racial and social tensions through the interwoven stories of various characters from different backgrounds.
The Orange County Fair and event centre will take place between Friday 12th July to Sunday 11th August. It will also take place in Costa Mesa, California.
About on the border of California and Oregon.
Salinas.