Discover dramatic landscapes and the most spectacular sights.

From sea to shining sea, America is host to some of the most dramatic landscapes on Earth. Whether you are a camper or a nature buff, you will find here such spectacular sights as the tallest trees of the Redwood, the desert of Death Valley, the gorge of Grand Canyon, the snowy mountains of Mount Rainier and the jagged peaks of the Grand Teton.

With facts and trivia that reveal the majesty and diversity of these national treasures, along with inspiring nature quotes, The Little Book of US National Parks covers all 63 parks, highlighting the most-visited conservation areas. Among them are Acadia, Death Valley, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Mount Rainier, Rocky Mountains, Yellowstone, Yosemite and Zion. For nature-lovers, hikers and visitors, this journey through the nation's natural wonders, their landmarks and inhabitants, is both armchair tourism and inspiration to get out there and explore.

SAMPLE QUOTE:
'National parks are the best idea we ever had. Absolutely American, absolutely democratic, they reflect us at our best rather than our worst.' Wallace Stegner, novelist and environmentalist

SAMPLE FACT:
At Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota, visitors can see and touch rocks that are half as old as the planet Earth. (Daily Telegraph, 21 May 2015)

With facts, trivia and quotes, The Little Book of US National Parks celebrates the wildlife, plant life and geography of the most popular parks in the US.

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Book Information
ISBN 9781800691711
Author Orange Hippo!
Format Hardback
Page Count 192
Imprint OH
Publisher Headline Publishing Group
Weight(grams) 240g
Dimensions(mm) 136mm * 120mm * 20mm