Craters of the Moon : A Guide to Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

United States. National Park Service. Division of Publications

Series:

Official national park handbook; 139

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Craters of the Moon: A Guide to Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho" is a scientific publication produced by the Division of Publications, National Park Service, in 1991. This handbook provides an overview of Craters of the Moon National Monument, detailing its geological features, historical exploration, and visitor guidance. The likely topic revolves around the unique volcanic landscape of Idaho and how life has adapted to this harsh environment. The handbook is divided into several sections, starting with an introduction to the monument's early exploration by figures such as Robert Limbert and Harold T. Stearns, who recognized the area's distinct volcanic characteristics. It goes on to examine the geology of the region, explaining the types of volcanic activity that have shaped the landscape over the past 15,000 years. Additionally, the handbook highlights how various plants and animals have adapted to survive in this seemingly inhospitable environment characterized by drought and extreme temperatures. Lastly, it serves as a practical guide for visitors, offering insights into activities, camping, and safety while exploring the park's stunning lava flows, cinder cones, and unique wildlife. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-08-21