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Title: Natural Bridges National Monument (1954)
Note: Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Natural Bridges National Monument (1954) by United States. National Park Service" is an informative publication that falls under the category of a scientific and historical account. Written in the mid-20th century, the book provides insight into the natural features, geological significance, and historical context of the Natural Bridges National Monument in Utah. The primary focus of the publication rests on the three natural sandstone bridges within the monument—Owachomo, Kachina, and Sipapu—as well as the surrounding landscape and its ecological and archaeological importance. The book details the formation and characteristics of the three bridges, explaining their dimensions and natural history as products of erosion and geological processes. It highlights not only the visual grandeur of these formations but also their cultural importance, given the ancient Indian ruins nearby, which provide a glimpse into the lives of prehistoric peoples in the region. Additionally, the publication stresses the need for conservation and protective measures for this unique natural heritage, while providing practical information for visitors who wish to explore the monument. It serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding both the beauty and significance of the Natural Bridges National Monument. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: United States. National Park Service
EBook No.: 59761
Published: Jun 16, 2019
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Natural Bridges National Monument (Utah)
LoCC: United States local history: New Southwest. Colorado River, Canyon, and Valley
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Natural Bridges National Monument (1954)
Note: Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Natural Bridges National Monument (1954) by United States. National Park Service" is an informative publication that falls under the category of a scientific and historical account. Written in the mid-20th century, the book provides insight into the natural features, geological significance, and historical context of the Natural Bridges National Monument in Utah. The primary focus of the publication rests on the three natural sandstone bridges within the monument—Owachomo, Kachina, and Sipapu—as well as the surrounding landscape and its ecological and archaeological importance. The book details the formation and characteristics of the three bridges, explaining their dimensions and natural history as products of erosion and geological processes. It highlights not only the visual grandeur of these formations but also their cultural importance, given the ancient Indian ruins nearby, which provide a glimpse into the lives of prehistoric peoples in the region. Additionally, the publication stresses the need for conservation and protective measures for this unique natural heritage, while providing practical information for visitors who wish to explore the monument. It serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding both the beauty and significance of the Natural Bridges National Monument. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: United States. National Park Service
EBook No.: 59761
Published: Jun 16, 2019
Downloads: 70
Language: English
Subject: Natural Bridges National Monument (Utah)
LoCC: United States local history: New Southwest. Colorado River, Canyon, and Valley
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.