Snake: The Plain and Its People

by Todd Shallat and Shallat

Book Overview

Stunning color photos are combined with informative text in this 232-page book about the geology, ecology, pre-history and politics of the Snake River Plain. Don't miss this in-depth look at one of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0932129129
• ISBN13: 9780932129123
• Release Date: January 1994
• Publisher: Boise State University
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 6.00 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Idaho Is a River with People

This beautifully illustrated book explores the physical and ecological roots of Idaho's civilization by following its longest river from Henry's Fork, through desert landscapes, cutting deep through ancient rock formations flowing out through Hell's Canyon (deepest in North America)... (I may have stole part of this from some other review I read.) If I did I apologize!

Snake the Plain and Its People

An excellent book on the Snake River Plain from pre-historical archeological time through to critical water and people issues that confront not only that area but the world as a whole. The format, design and layout were excellent and the written content moves through beautifully. The pictures and insets greatly enhanced the message of the book.

Snake is an excellent overview of this unique region from

Snake examines this unique region in southern Idaho from the perspectives of geology, history, anthropology and current politics. Snake combines excellent illustrations, graphics and photos with a very informative text. The book is a must buy for both natives and visitors who want to know more about the region.