"Swanson's affection for these landscapes, captured in his narrative prose, is contagious. This book will make a splendid traveling companion for any visitor to Utah's national parks and monuments. It supplies an accessible, well-informed, and lively account of the formation and preservation of these national treasures."
--Brian Q. Cannon, coauthor of The Awkward State of Utah

"An engaging and finely written book that weaves together an impressive group of individuals and stories."
--Jedediah S. Rogers, coeditor of Utah Historical Quarterly and author of Roads in the Wilderness

"Fred Swanson knows Utah and its national parks intimately and in this important book digs deeply into the fascinating history of the magnificent public lands there. A significant addition to national park history."
--John C. Miles, author of Wilderness in National Parks: Playground or Preserve

"A masterpiece of scholarly research coupled with a skill in storytelling that is sure to engage even the casual reader who has an interest in the conservation of Utah's wild and scenic treasures."
--Hank Hassell, author of Rainbow Bridge: An Illustrated History