Capitol Reef: The Story Behind the Scenery

by Virgil J. Olson, Helen Olson

Discover huge white capitol-like domes, orchards, canyons, cougars, bluebirds, ancient ruins, and wildflowers -- all a part of Capital Reef National Park . Each book in The Story Behind the Scenery series tells a compelling story through the eyes of an experienced interpreter whose writing reflects true enthusiasm for the park. Complete with running text and interpretive captions, accompanied by abundant full-color photographs, these books will be welcome in any home library. Capitol Reef National Park , located in south central Utah, was proclaimed as a national monument in 1937 and named for it's dome-shaped white-capped rock formations.

48 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1990