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Book Synopsis: The chilling tome that launched an entire genre of books about the often gruesome but always tragic ways people have died in our national parks, this updated edition of the classic includes calamities in Yellowstone from the past sixteen years, including the infamous grizzly bear attacks in the summer of 2011 as well as a fatal hot springs accident in 2000. In these accounts, written with sensitivity as cautionary tales about what to do and what not to do in one of our wildest national parks, Whittlesey recounts deaths ranging from tragedy to folly—from being caught in a freak avalanche to the goring of a photographer who just got a little too close to a bison. Armchair travelers and park visitors alike will be fascinated by this important book detailing the dangers awaiting in our first national park.
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Discover the dark side of America's natural treasure with Death in Yellowstone: Accidents and Foolhardiness in the First National Park, 2nd Edition. Unveiling a collection of spine-chilling tales, this updated classic delves into the often gruesome and tragic deaths that have occurred in Yellowstone National Park over the past sixteen years. From deadly grizzly bear attacks to fatal hot springs accidents, no corner of this wilderness is free from danger.
With a deep sense of sensitivity and caution, author Whittlesey presents these stories as cautionary tales. Through vivid accounts, he outlines what to do - and more importantly, what not to do - when facing the ever-present risks in one of America's wildest national parks. Whether you're an adventurous traveler or a curious armchair reader, this book will have you on the edge of your seat, exposing the hidden perils that await.
Prepare to be engulfed in a world where tragedy meets folly. Witness the heart-stopping moments of being caught in a freak avalanche or the unimaginable horror of a bison's lethal goring. Death in Yellowstone encapsulates the dangers that lie beneath the park's serene facade, captivating both park visitors and wilderness enthusiasts.
Don't let the allure of Yellowstone deceive you. Embark on this journey of fear, resilience, and survival that will forever change your perspective. Purchase your copy of Death in Yellowstone: Accidents and Foolhardiness in the First National Park, 2nd Edition now and immerse yourself in a gripping exploration of America's most treacherous wilderness. Click here to buy now.
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