death valley (calif. and nev.)

An account of the ordeal endured by four families who crossed Death Valley during the gold rush of 1849.

Christina, Grant, Mimi, and Papa find themselves in the middle of a mystery in Death Valley, California with Aunt Erin, a creepy castle in the middle of nowhere, a ghost (or not?), temperatures hotter than a Fourth of July firecracker, and more!.

Photographs and simple text provide information about the natural wonders of Death Valley in California and Nevada.

Traces the history of Death Valley and discusses the minerals, plants, and animals to be found there.

Traces the history of Death Valley National Park in California and Nevada; and discusses its geological features, trails, wildlife, and the challenges of preservation.

In 1850, a faithful ox helps a group of travelers survive their trip through Death Valley.

Describes the history, land features, plants, animals, and buildings of Death Valley National Park in California and Nevada.

A brother and sister struggle to survive the rigors of Death Valley after their wagon breaks an axle and they set out alone to find help for their stranded family and injured father.