About the Author

A third-generation Californian with family history in both the southern and northern parts of the state, David Boulé has a lifelong fascination with the history, culture, achievements and uniqueness of the region. For decades he has scoured paper ephemera shows, flea markets, antique stores, the Internet, libraries, museums and bookshops to collect items and information relating to the California citrus industry. A career in marketing communication has given him particular interest and insight into how the orange helped enhance the popular image of California as a place of potential, reinvention and fulfillment. Materials from David's collection have been featured in several exhibits, and he is a frequent lecturer. David is a member of a number of groups involved in historic preservation and public appreciation of historic resources. He lives in southern California with his wife.