Nancy Kay and Her Passion for the Northern California Coast

Nancy Kay was passionate about the Northern California coast and Point Arena in particular. Her book, Where the West Ends, is a compilation of geology, geography, history, and personal experiences in and around Point Arena.

Her Voice and Unique Perspective

Nancy Kay's voice lives on in her meticulously researched and referenced book, one that is unique to the literature about Northern California. She writes about native populations, newcomers, and folks brought to life by real court records from the Point Arena Court House.

Topics Explored in the Book

She explores the use and misuse of rivers and fishing, redwoods and timber, farmers and land use. Nancy Kay speaks of community, while telling stories of place, both historical and contemporary. Her own life experiences bring the book to life, even as she explores relevant topics related to Northern California.