Ferdinand Vandiveer Hayden and the Founding of the Yellowstone National Park
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| Author | Geological Survey (U.S.) |
|---|---|
| Photographer | Jackson, William Henry, 1843-1942 |
| Title | Ferdinand Vandiveer Hayden and the Founding of the Yellowstone National Park |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Ferdinand Vandiveer Hayden and the Founding of the Yellowstone National Park" is a historical account produced by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Geological Survey, highlighting the significant contributions of Dr. Ferdinand Vandiveer Hayden during the late 19th century. The book chronicles Hayden's role as a geologist and explorer and details his expeditions that played a pivotal part in the establishment of Yellowstone National Park. It serves not only as an informative narrative about Hayden's professional journey but also as a testament to the park's natural significance and beauty. The content of the book centers around Hayden's extensive geological expeditions to the Yellowstone region, particularly his historic journey in 1871, where he documented the area's remarkable geological features such as geysers, hot springs, and the stunning canyon formations. His efforts were foundational in raising public awareness about the region's natural wonders, supported by striking photographs taken by William H. Jackson and artistic depictions by Thomas Moran, which garnered political and public support for the creation of the park. Hayden's impactful reports and persistent advocacy ultimately led to the establishment of Yellowstone as the first national park, marking a monumental step in conservation history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F721: United States local history: Rocky Mountains. Yellowstone National Park |
| Subject | Yellowstone National Park |
| Subject | Hayden, F. V. (Ferdinand Vandeveer), 1829-1887 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48110 |
| Release Date | Jan 29, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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