was a German-American poet, novelist, and short story writer.
His writing was influenced by the social, cultural, and economic ambiance of his home city of Los Angeles.[4] His work addresses the ordinary lives of poor Americans, the act of writing, alcohol, relationships with women, and the drudgery of work
Saber toothed tigers are an extinct species of cat characterized by their long, curved canine teeth. They also carry the names saber-toothed cats, saber-toothed tigers, or simply their genus name Smilodon.
Filipino fishermen wrapped up against the sun, looking like the proverbial Ninja, hauling in their nets off Bauan in Batangas Bay, Philippines.
This type of wooden fishing boat with outriggers is known as a "bangka" in the Philippines