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Release
New
book recounts stories behind Glacier place names
A
new guidebook tells the tales behind the names on the
maps of Glacier National Park. “Place Names of Glacier National Park” by
Columbia Falls author Jack Holterman recounts the history
of the names of more than 600 landmarks and locations in
the park.
Holterman,
a historian and long-time Glacier enthusiast, spent many
years collecting odd, unusual, and utterly fascinating
stories behind nearly every point of interest in the park,
from trails to lakes, rivers, mountains, and, of course,
glaciers. Published by Riverbend of Helena, the book is
an encyclopedic overview of the who, the how, and the why
of the geographic names. From Mount Doody, to Kitchen Hill,
to Almighty Voice Mountain, readers will be fascinated
to learn the hidden stories behind the lore and the lure
of Glacier.
“Place
Names of Glacier National Park” recounts a huge amount
of history behind the park and also gives the reader an
education on Native American lexicon. The book is perfect
for campfire entertainment; for hikers wanting to know
the history behind the landmarks; and for anyone driving
through the park who would like to know more about the
area.
The
paperback book is only $12.95 and can be found at most
area bookstores or by calling Riverbend Publishing toll-free
at 1-866-787-2363.
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