Mammoth Cave, Kentucky

Mammoth Cave, Kentucky: A Historical Sketch is a book written by John Thompson in 1909. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Mammoth Cave, which is a large limestone cave system located in central Kentucky. The author covers the geological formation of the cave, its discovery by Native Americans, and its use by early settlers for saltpeter mining during the War of 1812. Thompson also explores the development of tourism at Mammoth Cave, including the construction of hotels and the establishment of guided tours. The book includes descriptions of the cave's unique formations and underground rivers, as well as the flora and fauna that inhabit the cave. In addition to its historical and scientific content, Mammoth Cave, Kentucky: A Historical Sketch also provides a glimpse into the social and cultural context of the early 20th century. The author discusses the racial segregation that was prevalent in the region at the time and the impact it had on tourism at Mammoth Cave. Overall, Mammoth Cave, Kentucky: A Historical Sketch is a comprehensive and informative account of one of America's most fascinating natural wonders, and an important contribution to the history of Kentucky and the United States.Containing A Brief Description Of Some Of The Principal Places Of Interest In The Cave, Also A Short Description Of Colossal Cavern.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.