Grand Teton: A Guide to Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

"Grand Teton: A Guide to Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming" is a guidebook produced by the National Park Service, published in the early 1980s. This comprehensive handbook serves as an informative resource for visitors to Grand Teton National Park, detailing its breathtaking landscapes, rich natural history, and vibrant wildlife. It likely emphasizes the significance of conservation and provides practical advice for exploring the park's stunning features, including the Teton Range and the Snake River. The opening of the book unfolds with a heartfelt introduction by prominent conservationist Margaret E. Murie, recounting the historical efforts to protect the Jackson Hole area and establish the national park. It highlights key moments from the early 20th century, including crucial meetings among local residents advocating for conservation. It sets the stage by describing the stark beauty and history of the Teton landscape, illustrating the importance of preserving this area for future generations. Through Murie's reflections, readers gain insight into both the human and natural history intrinsic to Grand Teton National Park, inviting them to experience the park's unique environment full of adventure and tranquility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author United States. National Park Service
LoC No. 83600157
Title Grand Teton: A Guide to Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Credits Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net
Reading Level Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class F721: United States local history: Rocky Mountains. Yellowstone National Park
Subject Grand Teton National Park (Wyo.) -- Guidebooks
Category Text
eBook-No. 55414
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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