| National Geographic: The National Parks: An Illustrated History Contributor(s): Heacox, Kim (Author) |
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ISBN: 1426215592 ISBN-13: 9781426215599 Publisher: National Geographic Society OUR PRICE: $45.00 Product Type: Hardcover Published: October 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - General - Travel | Parks & Campgrounds - Photography | Subjects & Themes - Landscapes |
| Dewey: 363.680 |
| LCCN: 2015014107 |
| Physical Information: 1.5" H x 9.4" W x 10.9" (4.10 lbs) 384 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: An inspired tribute to the astonishing beauty and priceless cultural treasures of America's National Parks, this volume is a lavish celebration of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. Showcasing the very best of National Geographic's photographs, combined with an expertly told history: from the multi-hued layers of the Grand Canyon to the verdigris flame of the Statue of Liberty, this book presents a breathtaking panorama of the National Parks. With the stories behind the first female park ranger, a decidedly amateur scuba expedition that unearthed a submerged Civil War treasure trove, and so much more, Heacox takes readers on a VIP tour of America's rich natural and cultural heritage. The full sweep of wonders-from pristine coral reefs to the Gettysburg battlefield to glaciers and all the glorious diversity in between-offers a breathtaking tour of the very best of America's national treasures. |