The Yellowstone National Park Historical and Descriptive - Hiram Martin Chittenden - Bog

The Yellowstone National Park Historical and Descriptive is a comprehensive guidebook written by Hiram Martin Chittenden. The book provides a detailed account of the history, geography, and natural wonders of Yellowstone National Park, one of the most famous and beloved national parks in the United States. Chittenden's writing is both informative and engaging, drawing on his extensive knowledge of the park's history and his own experiences exploring its vast wilderness areas. He describes the park's many geothermal features, including geysers, hot springs, and mud pots, as well as its diverse wildlife, from grizzly bears and wolves to elk and bison. The book also delves into the park's rich cultural history, including the stories of the Native American tribes who once lived in the area and the early explorers and settlers who helped to establish Yellowstone as a national park. Chittenden's detailed descriptions and vivid storytelling bring the park's history to life, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the natural and cultural wonders of Yellowstone National Park. Overall, The Yellowstone National Park Historical and Descriptive is a fascinating and informative guidebook that offers a comprehensive look at one of America's most iconic natural treasures.1911. Illustrated with Maps, Views and Portraits. Chittenden, Captain, Corps of Engineers, United States Army, offers a historical view on the early history of the Park and an account of the Nez Perce campaign of 1877; and descriptions on topography, geology, thermal springs, fauna and flora, roadways and administration. From the Preface: It is extremely gratifying to note, as time goes on, that, in every important respect, the Yellowstone Park has so far fulfilled the expectations of its founders and justified the wisdom of its creation. As a land of wonders it still remains without an equal on the globe; as a source of great rivers, whose waters will be the lifeblood of a mighty future empire, its vast importance is beginning to be realized; as a refuge for the native fauna of the country, elsewhere fast passing away, it is all that can be reasonably expected.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.