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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good, if somewhat stodgy
The National Geographic guides suffer from a desire to be all things to all travelers. As such, they provide an appropriate introduction to the areas they cover. There are, however, better guides with better photography available; better books of history of the natural wonders of our country. This volume is no exception. It makes a good coffee table book and, if...
Published on May 31, 2008 by George Foxworth
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT PICTURES BUT SHORT ON MYSTERY
This NG guide is rich with photos of the canyon's majesty, vegetation, and wildlife, but short on history. Much of the book detailed the author's voyage down the river. Having bought this book at the Grand Canyon I can say with authority that the photos in no way capture the beauty and magnificence of the Canyon. While there I couldn't stop staring into it and walking...
Published on March 28, 2005 by Jeff Howard
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good, if somewhat stodgy,
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This review is from: Park Profiles: Grand Canyon Country (Park Profiles) (Paperback)
The National Geographic guides suffer from a desire to be all things to all travelers. As such, they provide an appropriate introduction to the areas they cover. There are, however, better guides with better photography available; better books of history of the natural wonders of our country. This volume is no exception. It makes a good coffee table book and, if you're only barely thinking about traveling to the canyon, may very well whet your appetite.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT PICTURES BUT SHORT ON MYSTERY,
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This review is from: Park Profiles: Grand Canyon Country (Paperback)
This NG guide is rich with photos of the canyon's majesty, vegetation, and wildlife, but short on history. Much of the book detailed the author's voyage down the river. Having bought this book at the Grand Canyon I can say with authority that the photos in no way capture the beauty and magnificence of the Canyon. While there I couldn't stop staring into it and walking around to various views. The light of the day changes everything and gives a whole new perspective. Looking down into the canyon calls you to explore. One day I'm hiking down there.
There is much more mystery and intrigue to the Grand Canyon than is contained in this book. Overall, just OK. |
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Park Profiles: Grand Canyon Country by Seymour L. Fishbein (Paperback - April 1, 1997)
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