Project Gutenberg 2016-04-20 Public domain in the USA. 274 United States. National Park Service. Division of Publications United States. National Park Service. Office of Publications 82600156 Big Bend National Park, Texas E-text prepared by Stephen Hutcheson, Dave Morgan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Big Bend National Park, Texas" is a comprehensive handbook published by the Division of Publications of the National Park Service in the early 1980s. This guide offers an exploration of the natural and historical significance of Big Bend National Park, which encompasses diverse landscapes such as the Rio Grande, Chisos Mountains, and Chihuahuan Desert. The book highlights the unique ecological zones, geological history, and cultural legacy that make the park a fascinating destination for visitors. At the start of the handbook, the authors introduce readers to the park's enchanting landscape, known for its dramatic contrasts and rich biodiversity. They describe the mystical origins attributed to the area, including local folklore and the striking beauty of its canyons and mountains. The rich tapestry of life, shaped by varying climates and altitudes, is emphasized through vivid descriptions of the flora and fauna that thrive amidst the challenges posed by aridity. The authors set the stage for a deeper exploration of the park's natural history and its importance as a habitat for both local and migratory species, inviting readers to appreciate the profound connection between the diverse ecosystems and their shared environmental history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. en Big Bend National Park (Tex.) F350.5 Text Category: Travel Writing Category: History - Other Category: Nature/Gardening/Animals Category: Environmental Issues 271438 2025-09-20T15:17:44.911280 text/html 233314 2024-10-23T00:22:29 text/html 15333664 2025-09-20T15:17:55.563230 application/epub+zip 15337905 2025-09-20T15:17:49.040248 application/epub+zip 157995 2025-09-20T15:17:46.450261 application/epub+zip 15278189 2025-09-20T15:17:59.317218 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 15249615 2025-09-20T15:17:53.157250 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 218271 2022-09-23T15:35:59.942177 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 205404 2025-09-20T15:17:43.485244 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 185516 2024-10-23T00:22:29 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 16383 2025-09-20T15:17:59.472168 application/rdf+xml 16510 2025-09-20T15:17:46.567236 image/jpeg 3294 2025-09-20T15:17:46.510233 image/jpeg 14414327 2025-09-20T15:17:45.311248 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog