rocky mountains

A guide to the natural wonders of the Rocky Mountains, covering an area that encompasses a portion of the northern and central Rockies from southern British Columbia to northern Colorado; providing entries in the categories of animals, plants, and geographic features.

Simple text describes the Rocky Mountains and the animals and people that live there.

Invites the reader to "climb" the Rocky Mountains by perusing the book. Depicts scenery and animal life that can be seen at different altitudes of this mountain range.

Presents volume seven of an eight-volume collection on regional cultures of America and examines the traditions and history of the Rocky Mountain states through narratives on Native Americans and folk tales, cowboy poetry, shamanistic practices, and other areas that define the Rocky Mountain states.

Photographs and text provide information on the Rocky Mountains, covering the topography, climate, plant and animal life, unique geographical features, human cultures, and problems facing the region.

Explores the Rocky Mountain ecosystem, examining its rivers, forests, geysers, glaciers, wildlife, and much more.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the Rocky Mountain Bighorn sheep.

Examines the different biological communities that exist within the Rocky Mountain ecosystem, describing some of the various plants and animals that are supported by each.

On t.p.: A field guide to Rocky Mountain wildflowers from northern Arizona and New Mexico to British Columbia.