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Book Synopsis: Based on a masterful PBS series from one of our most treasured filmmakers—a glorious, lavishly illustrated account of the adventures, mythmaking, and intense political battles that led to an essential expression of American democracy. “Beautiful and erudite…[and] how Americans learned (or failed to learn) proper stewardship of nature.” —The Washington Post
America’s national parks spring from an idea as radical as the Declaration of Independence: that the nation’s most magnificent and sacred places should be preserved, not for royalty or the rich, but for everyone. In this evocative and lavishly illustrated narrative, Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan delve into the history of the park idea, from the first sighting by white men in 1851 of the valley that would become Yosemite and the creation of the world’s first national park at Yellowstone in 1872, through the most recent additions to a system that now encompasses nearly four hundred sites and 84 million acres.
The authors recount the evolution of the park system, and the enduring ideals that fostered its growth. They capture the importance and splendors of the individual parks: from Haleakala in Hawaii to Acadia in Maine, from Denali in Alaska to the Everglades in Florida, from Glacier in Montana to Big Bend in Texas. And they introduce us to a diverse cast of compelling characters—both unsung heroes and famous figures such as John Muir, Theodore Roosevelt, and Ansel Adams—who have been transformed by these special places and committed themselves to saving them from destruction so that the rest of us could be transformed as well.
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Looking for a captivating journey through America's natural wonders? Look no further than "The National Parks: America's Best Idea" book! Based on a masterful PBS series, this lavishly illustrated account takes you on an adventure filled with mythmaking and intense political battles that led to the preservation of our nation's most magnificent and sacred places. Discover how Americans learned proper stewardship of nature, as beautifully described by The Washington Post.
The idea behind America's national parks is as radical as the Declaration of Independence itself. These majestic landscapes were meant to be protected not just for royalty or the rich, but for everyone to enjoy. Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan expertly delve into the history of the park idea, starting from the first sighting of Yosemite in 1851 to the creation of the world's first national park at Yellowstone in 1872. You'll witness the evolution of the park system, now spanning nearly 400 sites and 84 million acres.
Prepare to be fascinated by the importance and splendor of each individual park. Whether you're dreaming of the enchanting Haleakala in Hawaii, the breathtaking Acadia in Maine, the majestic Denali in Alaska, the captivating Everglades in Florida, the awe-inspiring Glacier in Montana, or the stunning Big Bend in Texas, this book covers them all. But it's not just about the parks themselves; it's also about the people. Meet an extraordinary cast of characters, from unsung heroes to renowned figures like John Muir, Theodore Roosevelt, and Ansel Adams, who dedicated themselves to the preservation of these extraordinary places. Their stories will inspire and remind you of the transformative power of nature.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through America's national parks. Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature and the rich history behind their preservation. Order your copy of "The National Parks: America's Best Idea" today and be inspired. Click here to embark on this adventure!
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