Cumberland Caverns

by Larry E. Matthews

The exploration and survey of Cumberland Caverns in Tennessee, originally known as Higgenbotham Cave, was one of the top caving stories in the 1950s and 60s. This new edition of a 1988 book on the history of the cave from 1810 is updated with 37 new photographs. With maps, a detailed chronology, a gazeteer, and a long poem from 1880 inspired by the cave..

188 pages, Paperback

First published December 31, 2005

Reviews

[Preston Holland · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fantastic account of the best show cave in Tennessee.

Larry describes in great detail the modern discovery, development, and scientific pursuit through the decades.

Cumberland Caverns is a special place. From trips as a Boy Scout all the way through adulthood.

I recommend all who visit and loved it to read this book. And vice versa.

[Jeffrey Philips · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book about the history and the exploration of the cave.