Death Valley National Park: A History

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Exploring the environmental and human history of Death Valley National Park, this comprehensive study delves into its unique geography and geology. It highlights the Timbisha, the original inhabitants of this harsh desert, and examines the impact of newcomers in the 19th and early 20th centuries who sought to exploit mineral resources and establish agricultural and resort communities. The narrative weaves together the park's past and present, offering insights into its astonishing landscape and the various forces that have shaped it.