![]() ![]() ![]() Sites in the latter group were chosen for this detailed examination because of their “scenery or features so extraordinary as to be of national importance,” the same criterion, the book notes, used to establish the parks. ![]() parks system as a whole, this gorgeous guide from former ranger Waterman explores all 61 national parks, 33 of them in depth. ![]() Each park entry includes at least one brand-new map, created by National Geographic in collaboration with the National Park Service.įollowing coverage of the U.S. Organized by region, each insightful chapter provides aspiring travelers with an up-close look at what makes each park special via striking imagery and state-of-the-art graphics reflecting its magnificent landmarks, representative wildlife, climate, culture, geology, archaeology, recreational offerings and more. This seven-pound, best-selling tome tells the unique stories of America’s 61 beloved national parks and takes readers on an epic journey through the extraordinary and unique features that distinguish each. With more than 200 maps - both historical and contemporary - informative graphics and inspiring images, Atlas of the National Parks, by Jon Waterman (National Geographic ISBN: 978-1-4262-2057-9 US $65/CAN $86 432 pages), showcases the entirety of America’s spectacular park system for the very first time. ![]()
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