Earthquake Lake

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"The scenic yet somber Earthquake Lake...serves as a reminder of the night of August 17, 1959, when Montana's deadliest earthquake -- and the strongest one on record in the Rocky Mountains -- struck the area. The resulting damage permanently altered the natural landscape for miles surrounding the epicenter. When the earthquake struck, campers were trapped by a massive landslide, and guests were evacuated from hotels and inns throughout the Yellowstone region... These captivating photographs explore the history of the infamous earthquake and its significant effects on the region."--Back cover.