The Little Book of National Parks From Yellowstone to Big Bend

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: 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.