A tour through Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Kilauea, Mauna Loa, Crater Rim Drive, Captain Cook, and Polynesian influences are all discussed, including the legend of Pele. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, detailed maps, map legends, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an index.
"Describes the history, landscape, wildlife, and activities for visitors at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park."--Title page verso.
"Learn all about Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, including how it was formed, which wildlife can be found there today, and how it is affected by environmental issues."--Provided by publisher.
A description of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and of its animals, plants, volcanoes, legends, and points of interest.
Describes the natural history of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, provides tips for touring the park, and explores the myths surrounding volcanoes and their eruptions.