American Wilderness: Alaska and the National Parks (1865-1890)

by Windsor, Wesley

• ISBN13: 9781422224052
• ISBN10: 1422224058
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2013-01-01
• Publisher: Mason Crest

Summary

Alaska-America's forty-ninth state-has a long and rich history. Beginning with the Native people who first made their homes there, the inhabitants have benefited from Alaska's bountiful resources. Alaska's gold, fish, and lumber have all contributed to America's economy. Some people wonder, however, if Alaska's greatest natural resource might be her untouched wilderness areas.

Table of Contents

Time Line	p. 6
How We see the Land	p. 9
Alaska's Beginnings	p. 17
Alaska Joins the United States	p. 25
Preserving Nature	p. 33
The National Parks	p. 39
Find Out More	p. 44
Index	p. 46
About the Author	p. 47
About the Consultant	p. 48
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