Reflection on Graham's Washington

One piece that I happened to take notice of in the first quarter of Graham's Washington was "Natural Setting." I took notice of it because of its author, the Federal Writers' Project. FDR commissioned the Federal Writer's Project under the WPA, which had many projects throughout the arts. The books on the city at first do not seem as they would be very impressive, but Graham notes that many of these books are still in demand today. To me, yesterday was the ultimate beautiful day in Washington and I wanted to read a piece that described the we have gotten to see over the last few weeks. (Especially this week.) This guide to Washington systematically sets out the beauty of the views (ie Washington Monument) to the description of the various trees seen throughout the city. This excerpt from the guide mostly focuses on the setting, wildlife, and vegetation in and around Washington. The guide includes various tidbits on the city. For example, while Jefferson was President he was upset that the trees on mall were cut and as a result planted many trees around the area. Though it might a little dry, Graham and I agree that the guide is evocative of the beauty in and around Washington. One can take it for granted, but there are days and pieces like this that make it hard to forget.