The Southwest Inside Out: An Illustrated Guide to the Land and Its History

The Southwest Inside Out is a fact-packed and visually compelling guide to a region where awe-inspiring landscapes abound. Travel back through geologic time to see how the inexorable forces of nature have shaped the land and its inhabitants. Discover where earthly colors and textures come from, which volcanoes are potentially dangerous, what makes the Grand Canyon grand, and what draws millions of birds to the desert Southwest every year. An annotated list of more than one hundred parks, monuments, and scenic attractions is included.