Grand Canyon Place Names

By Gregory McNamee

The Alligator. Great Thumb Mesa. Buddha Temple. What do these names have in common? They are designations given to some of the magnificent geological features in Grand Canyon National Park. Serving as a snapshot in time, and insight into the history and culture of place, these names honour the heroes and deities of many nations and cultures. Find out about scientists (Darwin, Tyndell), explorers (Powell, Ives), and godheads (the Trinity, Krishna). .

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0898865336
• ISBN13: 9780898865332
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Mountaineers Books
• Length: 125 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.3" x 8.3"