Petrified Forest National Monument (1953) by United States. National Park Service
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"Petrified Forest National Monument (1953) by United States. National Park Service" is a governmental publication that serves as a guide to one of America's unique natural wonders, written in the mid-20th century. The book focuses on the Petrified Forest National Monument located in Arizona, detailing its geological significance, rich history, and the diverse prehistoric life that once thrived in the area. It aims to educate the public about the monument's preservation and
the natural and historical attractions it offers. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Petrified Forest, including its formation over 160 million years ago when trees were buried and transformed into agatized wood through volcanic action. It describes significant historical elements, such as the ancient Indian pueblos scattered throughout the area and the petroglyphs left behind by these early inhabitants. Moreover, it offers practical travel information for visitors, highlighting accessible routes, interpretative services such as museum exhibits, and the importance of conservation efforts to protect this rich geological and cultural resource for future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | United States. National Park Service |
|---|---|
| Title | Petrified Forest National Monument (1953) |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F786: United States local history: New Southwest. Colorado River, Canyon, and Valley |
| Subject | Petrified Forest National Park (Ariz.) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59692 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59692-1 |
| Release Date | Jun 7, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 231 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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