Stunning seascapes, annual events, historic hotels and landmarks, private and public recreational facilities, educational institutions, nature reserves, marine life, distinctive churches, long-time shops and eateries, arresting architecture, in-depth captions, and brief biographies of notable La Jollans are all found within the pages of La Jolla: Jewel by the Sea. As a native La Jollan, Ann Collins is uniquely suited to photographing and writing about her hometown. Her award-winning photography faithfully captures the essence of this Mediterranean-style seaside community in Southern California. In-depth captions engage readers with interesting tidbits of La Jolla’s history.