Grand Canyon

“Once again, Don Lago has proven he is not only a great writer, but the best Grand Canyon historian of his time.” —Tom Myers, coauthor of Grand Obsession: Harvey Burchart and the Exploration of Grand Canyon

“In Grand Canyon: A History of a Natural Wonder and National Park, Don Lago delivers with plainspoken ease and doses of sly humor the epic saga of one of the country’s greatest national parks.” —Seth Muller, author of Canyon Crossing: Experiencing the Grand Canyon from Rim to Rim

“Don Lago’s thorough research reveals the famous personalities, not usually associated with Grand Canyon, who came here to experience its grandeur and majesty. Lago presents an often overlooked but important aspect of the Grand Canyon’s human history.” —Wayne Ranney, President, Grand Canyon Historical Society

"Grand Canyon is a superb primer for anyone planning a Canyon visit, one that will genuinely enrich the experience. Lago's history will also be worthwhile to experienced Canyon enthuiasts who will enjoy his original observations about the cultural forces that have shaped our perceptions of the Grand Canyon."—The Journal of Arizona History

“Lago paints a vivid picture of the Grand Canyon and human attempts to make sense of it. In doing so, he delivers a well-rounded and accessible book that should appeal to general readers as well as scholars interested in gaining a greater understanding of the canyon.” —Western Historical Quarterly
 

“Local author and historian, Don Lago, has created a sturdy and thoughtful history on Grand Canyon with his latest book, published by the University of Nevada Press. Lago mixes various contexts and insights—along with some humor—to probe the canyon’s history.”—Arizona Daily Sun
  ~Arizona Daily Sun

Grand Canyon: A History of a Natural Wonder and National Park is a finalist for Foreword Reviews' 2015 INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards.  ~Foreword Reviews' INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards

“Lago has written in a style that will stimulate your thinking. . .it’s accessible and readable.” -- Boatman’s Quarterly Review
  ~Boatman's Quarterly Review

“What’s unique about Lago’s book is how comprehensive it is in the history of the Canyon.” -- Grand Canyon News
  ~Grand Canyon News