FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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Email ccauble@RiverbendPublishing.com
New book recounts stories behind Glacier
place names
A new guidebook
tells the tales behind the names on the maps of
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
“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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