1960 The Night the Mountain Fell: The Story of the Montana-Yellowstone Earthquake
By: Edmund Christopherson
Date: 1960
Dimensions: 9 x 6 inches (22.75 x 15.25 cm)
Published in 1960, this book vividly recounts the devastating earthquake that struck the Madison Canyon area in 1959. The book details the human and geological impact of the disaster, highlighting personal stories of survival and loss, and includes photographic reproductions that bring the event to life.
A distinctive feature is the map of the Madison Canyon earthquake area, thoughtfully included on the back cover's foldout, providing readers with a visual understanding of the affected region. Important locations such as Hebgen Lake, Earthquake Lake, and the town of West Yellowstone are prominently featured, underscoring their significance in the history of the earthquake.
Each illustration and map in the book is by Delynn Colvert, a cartographer specializing in geological events and natural disasters with the exception of the illustration on page 56 by Beverly Linley.
Condition: Very good overall condition.
Inventory #12790
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