Living at the Edge: Explorers, Exploiters, and Settlers of the Grand Canyon Region

by Michael F. Anderson

A comprehensive look at the pioneer history of the Grand Canyon region, from its earliest residents to the creation of the national park at the end of the pioneer era (circa 1920). Included are nearly 200 historical photographs, many never published before, and 12 custom maps of the region.

184 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1998

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this book in preparation for our Road Scholar trip to the Southwest, as recommended by the guides--it is one of 7 books on the suggested reading list. It is a fact filled book with a lot of information about the history of the Grand Canyon region. The information about the number of people and entities staking claims and establishing businesses to benefit from the natural wonder that is the Grand Canyon was amazing and interesting. The fault in this book lies in the way the information is conveyed--not in an engaging and reader-friendly manner. Still the book is extremely useful for providing little known information about the Grand Canyon.