The Colorado
The Colorado by Frank Waters, published by Swallow Press in 1984, is a detailed exploration of the Colorado River, which gathers water from the Rocky Mountain peaks and flows through diverse landscapes, including plateaus, canyons, and deserts. This edition spans 392 pages and is presented in English, offering readers an insightful look into the challenges of exploring and settling this formidable region.
In this book, Waters delves into the history and lore surrounding the Colorado River, emphasizing the importance of respecting the environment. Readers will encounter a rich narrative that intertwines elements of history, geography, and nature, reflecting on the river’s journey and the land it traverses. The work serves as a thoughtful examination of the relationship between humanity and the natural world, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of the American Southwest.
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The vast Colorado River collects water from the highest Rocky Mountain peaks and traverses the widest plateaus, the deepest canyons, and the lowest deserts before emptying into the delta of northern Mexico. This austere land and mighty river resist exploration, settlement, and description. But in the hands of one of the West’s great writers, Frank Waters, the history and lore of its past make irresistible reading and a resounding case for mankind’s respect for the environment.
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