Arthur Johnson Memorial Library

Schullery, Paul

America's national parks : the spectacular forces that shaped our treasured lands by Paul Schullery - 1st American ed. - New York : D.K. Pub., 2001. - 401 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 32 cm.

Includes index. "A Tehabi book." "Discovery Channel."

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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0789480166 (alk. paper) 9780789480163 (alk. paper)

9780756610203

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National parks and reserves--United States
Natural history--United States


United States

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