National Geographic: The National Parks: An Illustrated History

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.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: National Geographic Society
Published: 10/27/2015
ISBN: 9781426215599
Pages: 384
Weight: 4.10lbs
Size: 10.90h x 9.40w x 1.50d

Review Citations: Library Journal 01/01/2016 pg. 134