Publisher's Synopsis
The ultimate road trip companion
Who first entered Mammoth Cave? Why are the Everglades protected? Has anyone ever lived on the Dry Tortugas?
Know the national parks like never before!
National parks are among the greatest treasures our nation possesses. Each one has a unique history and place in our collective heritage, and now that history and heritage comes alive thanks to history teacher Will De Man.
This backpack-ready field guide to the southeastern national parks includes:
- The indigenous history and legacy
- The threat of commercial and industrial development
- The efforts to protect and preserve America's great landscapes
And it's not just a history book!
It also includes:
- Dozens of historic photographs
- A checklist of locations you can visit to experience national park history
Tour the national parks with a professional history teacher. This book will make your national parks adventure greater than ever before!
