"This book has long been anticipated by the phycological world, and the wait has been rewarded by an outstanding and scholarly account of the fascinating marine algal flora of California." -G. Robin South,Phycologia "Two phycologists whose research reputations are worldwide have produced a truly superb guide to the marine benthic algae of the entire California coast... A laudable achievement." -Harold ... Read moreJ. Humm,Bulletin of Marine Science "The phycological community has long awaited a definitive treatment of benthic marine algae for the California coast. With the publication of this handsomely executed volume by Stanford University Press, a monumental project of compilation, synthesis, and interpretation has been achieved. It is indeed well worth the wait." -Michale J. Synne,Plant Science Bulletin Show Less