America's national parks : the spectacular forces that shaped our treasured lands / Paul Schullery.
by Schullery, Paul.
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BookPublisher: New York : D.K. Pub., c2001Edition: 1st American ed.Description: 405 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 32 cm.ISBN: 0789480166 (alk. paper).Subject(s): Natinal parks and reserves -- United States -- Pictorial works | Natural history -- United States -- Pictorial works | United States -- Pictorial works| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due |
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Includes index.
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Roiling land: volcanic and geothermal forces -- Broken crust: Power of mountain building -- Water designing lands: Waves, caves, and currents -- Ice sculpting stone: Carving power of glaciers -- Patient power: Wind and water erosion -- Weather shaping life: Effect of extreme climates.
Focusing on the geologic forces that shaped 55 of our most diverse national treasures, this lavish collection features spectacular full-color photography & topographic maps that highlight important landmarks & travel routes through each park. America's national Parks is a breathtaking experience & must-have for the 65 million visitors who visit our national parks each year, as well as for the armchair explorer.
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