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This paper is a suggested translation of chapter 2 “The Natural Setting” in the book “The elusive Eden ­ a new history of California”. First, the student gives a general introduction about the reasons for choosing the topic, then translating the English version into Vietnamese version. Next, the student analyzes the vocabulary and complicated structures of the suggested translation version. The difficulties in the translation, and some essential solutions are suggested at the end of the graduation paper.