Réponse :
1. It is described as a "daydream of fantastical images", and "Eden". It is described as beautiful, having heavenly sunsets. It is also warm both during day and night.
2. The author seems to think that the California myth is not real, although he sometimes still succumbs to the wonder of the place.
3. It seems that it was extremely popular during 1960, as described by the word "craze".
4. - daydream: Reve de jour
- se prélasser au soleil
- Un ciel éclairé par les étoiles.