The Colorado River Region and John Wesley Powell: Geological Survey Professional Paper 669

Mary C. Rabbitt, Edwin McKee, Charles Hunt, Luna Leopold

Published by US Government Printing Office; Washington, DC, 1969

About this Item

This 9.25 x 11.75 inch, 146 pager hardcover book is the first printing of this title from the United States Government Printing Office, Washington, 1969. This hardcover copy is in near fine condition with only some corner bumping as a condition issue to mention. Beyond that the book is in probably fine condition with the pictorial covers showing virtually no signs of damage or wear beyond the corner bumps. The interior text uses fine glossy paper which results in a quality reproduction of the numerous maps, graphs, and photographs. This book is a collection of papers honoring Powell on the 100th anniversary of his legendary exploration of the Colorado River in 1869. The four papers by the different authors detail Powell's accomplishments as statesman and scientist in anthropological works. This book is a wealth of information in reviewing Powell's accomplishments then and into today's advanced knowledge. 146 pages. Seller Inventory # 1505-575

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Colorado River Region and John Wesley ...

Publisher: US Government Printing Office; Washington, DC

Publication Date: 1969

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket