The Yellowstone Story : A History of Our First National Park : Volume 1 [Paperback]

Aubrey L. Haines (Author)

Book Description

Series: Yellowstone Story | Publication Date: May 1996

First published in 1977, former park historian Aubrey Haines's two-volume set on Yellowstone National Park has long been acknowledged as the authoritative history of the United State's first national park. Now updated with new photographs and revised text, The Yellowstone Story covers the park from prehistoric times through the Native Americans and early explorers to the establishment of the park and increasing use. It concludes with a discussion of the alternative policy choices that park administrators and the public will confront in the near future. Comprehensive in its scope and delightfully entertaining in its detail, both this and the companion volume are vital reading for all visitors and historians interested in Yellowstone National Park.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Aubrey Hains's two-volume set on Yellowstone National Park is the authoritative history of the first American national park. Now in an updated edition, with new photographs and a revised text, The Yellowstone Story covers the park from prehistoric times through the Native Americans and early explorers to the establishment of the park and increasing use. It concludes with a discussion of the alternative policy choices that park administrators and the public will confront in the near future. Comprehensive in its scope and delightfully entertaining in its detail, The Yellowstone Story is vital reading for all visitors and historians interested in one of our country's most popular wilderness parks. Haines is also the author a companion volume, Yellowstone Place Names: Mirrors Of History (838-8 $17. 50) in which the many names of Yellowstone are put into proper historical perspective by grouping place names according to the time of their appearance and the circumstances of their naming. A rich and engaging context which will further promote the enjoyment of park visitors and anyone interested in western history. -- Midwest Book Review --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Aubrey L Haines

Product Details

• Paperback: 385 pages
• Publisher: Univ Pr of Colorado; Rev Sub edition (May 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0870813900
• ISBN-13: 978-0870813900
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #733,202 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #90 in Books > Travel > United States > States > Wyoming

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well written and researched, October 13, 2001

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Jim Morrison (Hansville, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Yellowstone Story: A History of Our First National Park (Paperback)

When I went to Yellowsone N.P. and was researching the Archives there the librarian there said that they consider this book the most complete and accurate account of the history of the park. I liked it because it was well written and nicely illustrated, making it not just a good reference, but enjoyable to read as well. This park is truly a unique place and the first of a most wonderful concept. If you have any intrest in Yellowstone, or plan to travel there, this book will provide some rich history you should not miss.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating in its detail, but sometimes dry., September 25, 1998

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Chadwick Greenhalgh - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Yellowstone Story : A History of Our First National Park : Volume 1 (Paperback)

This book isn't what I'd call a "light read." It's a hard-core history book packed with detail, verification of the detail, and even more detail. At times, this depth is fascinating. At others, it's a little dry. If you're looking for the facts mixed with some really great stories, you'll love this book.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A must for the Yellowstone history buff., July 7, 2000

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Douglas Chamberlain (Florence, OR USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Yellowstone Story : A History of Our First National Park : Volume 1 (Paperback)

This should be a "hit" for anyone interested in the history of our 1st National Park. The in-depth accounts of the parks "growing pains" bog down a bit at times but still makes for an enjoyable journey into the past. From the detailed historical facts to the enlightening little "stories" and quotes, this "history book" is tough to put down.