Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico, by Jim White, is a comprehensive guide to the park and its many wonders. The book begins with an introduction to the park, its history, and its geology. It then goes on to explore the park's many caves, including the famous Carlsbad Cavern, as well as the other caves in the park. The book also covers the park's wildlife, plants, and other attractions. Finally, the book provides detailed information on the park's recreational activities, including camping, hiking, and caving. With its detailed descriptions and photographs, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in exploring the park.
By Jim White · First published 1958 · Genre: Non-Fiction, Travel Writing, Nature Writing · 6 chapters · 8,605 words
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Bats!. millions of black little mammals drifting along the horizon and seeming to fuse into the hazy clouds of a New Mexico sunset! That was the spectacle which led Jim White, back at the turn of the century, to become interested in the colossal phenomenon designated by Act of Congress as Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Jim White
- Date: 1958 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Non-Fiction, Travel Writing, Nature Writing, History
- Length: 8,605 words
- Structure: 6 chapters, 88 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Non-Fiction — This book is a factual account of Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, written by Jim White.
- Travel Writing — This book is a travel guide to Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, written by Jim White.
- Nature Writing — This book is a description of the natural features of Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, written by Jim White.
- History — This book includes a historical account of Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, written by Jim White.
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1882-1946 · 1946 · Carlsbad Caverns National Park (N.M.) · History · Jim · White · along · back · bats · carlsbad · cave · cavern
Contents
- HOW JIM FOUND THE CAVERNS
- JIM EXPLORES FARTHER
- JIM AND THE KID SPEND THREE DAYS IN THE CAVERNS
- PICTURES PROVE JIM'S STORY
- THE GOVERNMENT TAKES OVER
- THE CAVERNS BECOME A NATIONAL PARK