Isbn: 9781332207565 - the two great canyons: excerpts from letters written on a western journey (classic reprint) [lingua inglese] (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book follows an esteemed American journalist as he explores the famed national parks of the western United States in 1908. The author provides an insightful take on the evolution of these protected areas, placing current developments into their historical context. Combining an unmatched sense of history with wonderful descriptions of the region, the author paints a vivid picture of the development of a national consciousness surrounding conservation. His eloquent musings paint a vivid picture of the awe-inspiring beauty contained within these parks and the importance they hold for both the American people and the preservation of the natural world. In addition to serving as a fascinating account of the state of America's great national parks in the early 20th century, this book also provides fresh insights into the central themes of conservation, industrialization, and national identity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…