Download or read book Death Valley and Its Country written by Amelia Earhart and published by . This book was released on 1946 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Death Valley and Its Country written by George Palmer Putnam and published by . This book was released on 1946 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Explorer s Guide to Death Valley National Park Third Edition written by T. Scott Bryan and published by University Press of Colorado. This book was released on 2014-01-07 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1995, soon after Death Valley National Park became the fifty-third park in the US park system, The Explorer's Guide to Death Valley National Park was the first complete guidebook available for this spectacular area. Now in its third edition, this is still the only book that includes all aspects of the park. Much more than just a guidebook, it covers the park's cultural history, botany and zoology, hiking and biking opportunities, and more. Information is provided for all of Death Valley's visitors, from first-time travelers just learning about the area to those who are returning for in-depth explorations. The book includes updated point-to-point logs for every road within and around the park, as well as more accurate maps than those in any other publication. With extensive input from National Park Service resource management, law enforcement, and interpretive personnel, as well as a thorough bibliography for suggested reading, The Explorer's Guide to Death Valley National Park, Third Edition is the most up-to-date, accurate, and comprehensive guide available for this national treasure.
Download or read book Death Valley and the Amargosa written by Richard E. Lingenfelter and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1986 with total page 698 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the history of Death Valley, where that bitter stream the Amargosa dies. It embraces the whole basin of the Amargosa from the Panamints to the Spring Mountains, from the Palmettos to the Avawatz. And it spans a century from the earliest recollections and the oldest records to that day in 1933 when much of the valley was finally set aside as a National Monument. This is the story of an illusory land, of the people it attracted and of the dreams and delusions they pursued-the story of the metals in its mountains and the salts in its sinks, of its desiccating heat and its revitalizing springs, and of all the riches of its scenery and lore-the story of Indians and horse thieves, lost argonauts and lost mine hunters, prospectors and promoters, miners and millionaires, stockholders and stock sharps, homesteaders and hermits, writers and tourists. But mostly this is the story of the illusions-the illusions of a shortcut to the gold diggings that lured the forty-niners, of inescapable deadliness that hung in the name they left behind, of lost bonanzas that grew out of the few nuggets they found, of immeasurable riches spread by hopeful prospectors and calculating con men, and of impenetrable mysteries concocted by the likes of Scotty. These and many lesser illusions are the heart of its history.
Download or read book Death Valley National Park written by John Hamilton and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2008-08-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: National Parks are part of the heritage of America, and this title examines one of the most compelling parks in the country, Death Valley National Park. Students will examine the ecosystems, geology, and the flora and fauna that makes Death Valley unique. Readers will learn this park's history from early human habitation through its designation as a national park, and examine the conflict between conservation and tourism that challenges efforts to preserve this national treasure for future generations. Includes original photos from award-winning author/photographer John Hamilton. ABDO & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
Download or read book Death Valley country written by Walt Wheelock and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Illustrated Sketches of Death Valley and Other Borax Deserts of the Pacific Coast written by John Randolph Spears and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1891, New York Sun reporter and travel writer J.R. Spears accepted an invitation to visit Death Valley to write about the region and explore its borax mines. Spears, the first professional journalist to visit, photograph and report on the region, provided the American reading public with an engaging and informed account of Death Valley and its surrounding desert country. Through 19 chapters, Spears examines the 20-mule teams used in borax mining, freighting in the rugged desert landscape, and various desert characters - including Desert Tramps and a California bear hunter.
Download or read book Death Valley and the Amargosa written by Richard E. Lingenfelter and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1988-01-11 with total page 700 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the history of Death Valley, where that bitter stream the Amargosa dies. It embraces the whole basin of the Amargosa from the Panamints to the Spring Mountains, from the Palmettos to the Avawatz. And it spans a century from the earliest recollections and the oldest records to that day in 1933 when much of the valley was finally set aside as a National Monument. This is the story of an illusory land, of the people it attracted and of the dreams and delusions they pursued-the story of the metals in its mountains and the salts in its sinks, of its desiccating heat and its revitalizing springs, and of all the riches of its scenery and lore-the story of Indians and horse thieves, lost argonauts and lost mine hunters, prospectors and promoters, miners and millionaires, stockholders and stock sharps, homesteaders and hermits, writers and tourists. But mostly this is the story of the illusions-the illusions of a shortcut to the gold diggings that lured the forty-niners, of inescapable deadliness that hung in the name they left behind, of lost bonanzas that grew out of the few nuggets they found, of immeasurable riches spread by hopeful prospectors and calculating con men, and of impenetrable mysteries concocted by the likes of Scotty. These and many lesser illusions are the heart of its history.
Download or read book Hiking Death Valley written by Michel Digonnet and published by . This book was released on 2016-04-26 with total page 550 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher information found on publisher's website.
Download or read book Death Valley National Park written by Mark A. Schlenz and published by Companion Press (Santa Barbara, CA). This book was released on 1998 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Death Valley National Park's 3.3 million acres of desert landscape are celebrated in this pictorial volume. From deep shadowed canyons to shifting sand dunes, from salt pans on the valley floor to the ancient pines in the mountains, these images offer glimpses of Death Valley's many treasures.
Download or read book A History of the Lands Added to Death Valley National Monument by the California Desert Protection Act of 1994 written by Harlan D. Unrau and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Death Valley written by Robert P. Palazzo and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Death Valley, its harsh and rugged landscape established a national monument in 1933 and named a national park in 1994, has long held a fascination for visitors, even before it became tourist friendly. Shortly after the first visit of nonnative inhabitants, a party of forty-niners looking for a shortcut to the goldfields of California crossed this land with tragic results, inadvertently giving the valley its moniker. Despite the immense suffering in their midst, prospectors began exploring the area looking for mineral wealth. Boomtowns formed, prospered, and died all within a few years, most disappearing completely into the desert. Adding to Death Valley's mystique was the shameless self-promotion of Death Valley Scotty, which lasted for a period spanning more than 50 years.
Download or read book Chronology of the Death Valley Region in California 1849 1949 and Place Names of the Death Valley Region in California and Nevada 1845 1947 written by Theodore Sherman Palmer and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 1989-01-01 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chronology and Names of the Death Valley Region in California, 1849-1949
Download or read book Loafing Along Death Valley Trails written by William Caruthers and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-28 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Loafing Along Death Valley Trails: A Personal Narrative of People and Places" by William Caruthers is a captivating journey through the rugged landscapes of Death Valley, California. Caruthers, through vivid storytelling, shares his personal experiences and encounters with the unique individuals who inhabited this harsh environment. His narrative not only provides historical insights into the region but also captures the resilience of those who called Death Valley home. This book is a delightful blend of adventure, history, and personal anecdotes, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the American West and its colorful past.
Download or read book Death Valley written by Keith Nolan and published by Presidio Press. This book was released on 2011-08-10 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From a dedicated chronicler of the Vietnam War comes a vivid, insightful, grunt-level campaign history set against the backdrop of the troop withdrawal and the upheavals in American society. “The sounds and smells of the battlefield almost leap out from the printed page.”—Maj. Gen. John W. Barnes, U.S. Army (Ret.), New York City Tribune “Author of the well received Battle for Hue and Into Laos, [Keith William] Nolan once again captures the stark reality of combat in Vietnam. He tells the story of the 7th Marine Regiment and the 196th Brigade of the Army’s ‘Americal’ Division as they engaged the 2d Division of the North Vietnamese Army in the mountains and valleys southwest of Da Nang. This was the first major engagement after the announcement of the U.S. withdrawal from Vietnam, and it occurred at a time when problems with drug abuse, race relations, and shifting morality were endemic in American society and the nation’s military. Nolan’s account not only takes in the combat operations, but also reflects some of these larger issues of the war.”—USNI Proceedings
Download or read book Death Valley and the Creek Called Furnace written by Edwin Corle and published by . This book was released on 1962 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born in New Jersey and educated at the University of California, Corle harvested some of the legends and some possibly true tales of Death Valley. Ansel Adams photographed the arid land, the blazing bright sky, the sand hills and gaunt rocks, the sagebrush and mesquite, the desolate peaks that are Death Valley. His camera caught the form, the shape, the spirit of the desert, where a less discerning eye might see only desolation. Corle's prose and Adams' photography are combined to create a book of great beauty, preserving the spirit and face of barren wilderness.--From Amazon.com
Download or read book Moon Death Valley National Park written by Jenna Blough and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2015-09-15 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Moon Travel Guides: Find Your Adventure Explore the crusted salt flats, towering rocks, and polished marble canyons of this otherworldly landscape with Moon Death Valley National Park. Inside you'll find: Itineraries for every timeline, budget, and travel style, ranging from one day in the park to a week-long trip Strategies for getting to Death Valley National Park and getting around, with detailed driving directions The top activities and unique ideas for exploring the park: Hike through forested trails to sweeping canyon views, and discover abandoned mining camps, remote ghost towns, and hidden springs. Go four-wheel driving in rugged backcountry, or cruise along Badwater Basin Road to check out iconic sights like the Devil's Golf Course, Artist's Drive, and Zabriskie Point. Admire surreal salt flats, ethereal rock formations, colorful mosaic stone, and sculpted sand dunes, and find the best spots for that perfect sunset photo-op Full-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps throughout Valuable insight from Death Valley expert Jenna Blough Essential tips for hiking, camping, and other recreation, plus information on the right gear to pack for the desert Honest advice on when to go and where to stay, whether you're pitching the tent, parking the RV, or bedding down at a hotel Up-to-date information on park fees, passes, and reservations Coverage of excursions beyond the park, including offbeat sites like the Amargosa Opera House and the Trona Pinnacles Handy recommendations for families, seniors, international visitors, and travelers with disabilities Thorough background on the wildlife, terrain, culture, and history With Moon Death Valley National Park's practical tips, myriad activities, and expert know-how, you can plan your trip your way. Exploring more of the West? Try Moon California, Moon California Road Trip, or Moon Nevada.
