num_pages: 240
description: A journalist and native son of the San Fernando Valley, arguably America's quintessential suburb, returns to his old neighborhoods and discovers a long, rich history filled with the sort of lore and traditions that make a place a home.
language: English
title: The San Fernando Valley: America's Suburb
titlecomplete: The San Fernando Valley: America's Suburb
genres: History, Photography, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 32
publisher: Los Angeles Times