Another Summer: The Yellowstone Park and Alaska by Charles J. Gillis
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About this eBook
| Author | Gillis, Charles J. |
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| LoC No. | 01006662 |
| Title | Another Summer: The Yellowstone Park and Alaska |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Another Summer: The Yellowstone Park and Alaska" by Charles J. Gillis is a travel narrative written in the early 1890s. This book chronicles Gillis's extensive journey through iconic landscapes, specifically the Yellowstone Park and Alaska, as he documents the breathtaking scenery, the challenges of travel, and the wealth of experiences that accompany such adventures. It serves as both a personal account and a descriptive exploration of these natural wonders. In the book, Gillis recounts his journey starting from New York, taking readers through various landscapes, bustling cities, and rugged terrains until he reaches the mesmerizing depths of Yellowstone Park and the dramatic vistas of Alaska. He shares vivid descriptions of natural features like geysers and hot springs and recounts interactions with fellow travelers. The narrative is infused with the author’s reflections on the wonders of nature, the hospitality of locals, and anecdotes from his travels, making it not just a travelogue but a celebration of the adventure of exploration during a time when such journeys were less common. Through engaging storytelling, Gillis invites readers to experience the wild beauty of America's frontier as he did. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F721: United States local history: Rocky Mountains. Yellowstone National Park |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | Alaska -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Yellowstone National Park |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40824 |
| Release Date | Sep 22, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 72 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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