Oh, Ranger! A Book About The National Parks - Hardcover

Oh, Ranger! A Book About The National Parks is a comprehensive guide to the national parks of the United States, written by Horace M. Albright, who was the first director of the National Park Service. The book covers the history, geology, flora, fauna, and recreational opportunities of each park, as well as practical information for visitors such as park hours, accommodations, and activities. Albright's love for the parks is evident throughout the book, and he provides personal anecdotes and insights that add to the reader's appreciation of these national treasures. First published in 1928, Oh, Ranger! has been updated and revised over the years to reflect changes in the park system and to include new parks. This book is a must-read for anyone planning a trip to a national park, as well as for those who simply want to learn more about these remarkable places.1935. Illustrated by Ruth Taylor. Contents: Oh, Ranger!; Dudes and Sagebrushers; Why Bears Behave Like Human Beings; Wild Animals You May Know; Goin' Fishin'; Look! Real Indians!; Nature's Notes; The Long, Long Trail A-Winding; The Story of the National Park Service; Glimpses of the National Parks and Monuments; The National Parks; National Park Projects; National Historical Parks; National Monuments; National Military Parks and Cemeteries; Battlefield Sites; Miscellaneous Memorials; District of Columbia Parks, Parkways and Memorials; and National Park Service Reservations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.