Through the Grand Canyon from Wyoming to Mexico

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kolb, E. L. (Ellsworth Leonardson), 1876-

Contributor:

Wister, Owen, 1860-1938

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Through the Grand Canyon from Wyoming to Mexico" by E. L. Kolb is a narrative travelogue detailing an adventurous river trip through the Grand Canyon, written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the journey of the author and his brother as they embark on a carefully planned photographic expedition, aiming to capture the stunning scenery and challenges presented by the Colorado River's canyons. The opening of the work introduces the readers to the meticulous preparations for the trip, highlighting the anticipation, excitement, and inherent dangers they face. Kolb describes their arrival in Green River City, Wyoming, where they finalize their plans and gather supplies for the journey down the Green and Colorado rivers. The prose sets an adventurous tone, depicting both the idyllic and perilous elements of their undertaking, as well as the eclectic mix of characters they encounter, from friendly ranchers to skeptics warning them about the river's dangers. As they launch their boats and begin their journey, the narrative promises a compelling blend of exploration, breathtaking scenery, and the personal growth that accompanies their audacious quest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Ted Garvin, Keith M. Eckrich, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreaders Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-08-10