The Big Cave by Abijah Long and Joe N. Long
"The Big Cave" by Abijah Long and Joe N. Long is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The work recounts the early history and discovery of the renowned Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico, chronicled from the perspective of the original discoverers and their experiences. The narrative captures the journey of Abijah Long, who, along with his family, relocated to Carlsbad in the early 1900s, and his subsequent adventures surrounding the
exploration and commercialization of the caverns, which are now recognized as a natural wonder. The opening portion of the book introduces Abijah Long's family as they embarks on a long journey from Goldthwaite, Texas, to the small town of Carlsbad, New Mexico, in a covered wagon in 1901. Upon arrival, Long navigates various failed business ventures, eventually stumbling upon a large cavity in the earth known as the "Big Cave." The narrative details his immediate intrigue about the cave and the eventual exploration he undertakes, highlighting his determination and curiosity despite initial reluctance from his companions. As Long discovers the cave's potential for guano mining, the groundwork is laid for the thrilling adventures and explorations that would follow in what becomes the famous Carlsbad Caverns. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Long, Abijah, -1934 |
|---|---|
| Author | Long, Joe N. |
| LoC No. | 58013784 |
| Title |
The Big Cave Early History and Authentic Facts Concerning the History and Discovery of the World Famous Carlsbad Caverns of New Mexico |
| Original Publication | United States: Cushman Publications,1956,copyright 1958. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Stephen Hutcheson, Tom Cosmas and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F786: United States local history: New Southwest. Colorado River, Canyon, and Valley |
| Subject | Carlsbad Caverns (N.M.) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 67800 |
| Release Date | Apr 8, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 104 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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