Utah by Deborah Ann Kent

Utah by Deborah Ann Kent

The third series of America the Beautiful is back in a revised edition. The books in this series are bursting with fascinating facts, updated statistics, and brand-new full-color photographs. America the Beautiful's dynamic design and editorial approach to the geography, history, people, economy, and government of each state will continue to make this award-winning series the one that students turn to first for researching school assignments.

Utah's dazzling rock formations and stunning canyons make it one of the highlights of the Southwestern United States. Readers will find out how the state was settled, first by ancient Paleo-Indians and later by Spanish Missionaries and Mormon travelers. They will tour some of the state's most interesting locations, meet its most influential residents, and learn how it is governed. They will also get a close look at the state's wildlife and a taste of its local culture.

Features:

• Updated statistics reflect the latest census data
• Brand new sidebars present profiles of people who had a major impact in recent years
• Breathtaking new photos and artwork
• Words to know, FAQs, mini-bios, interactive sidebars, maps, and graphs