A look at the many-faceted landscapes, flora, and fauna of all of the 59 US national parks, through lens of 177 nature quilt images that capture their essence.  

Inspired by the National Parks: Their Landscapes and Wildlife in Fabric Perspectives is a colorful celebration of the 59 US national parks, this collection of 177 original art quilts depicts the widely varying landscapes, flora, and fauna of the US national parks. Basic facts about each of these national treasures—from Acadia in Maine, to Voyageurs in Minnesota, to Yosemite in California, to Haleakalā in Hawaii—are included, along with short writings from 64 park rangers and other personnel, revealing their own discoveries about this locations and lands. 

Inspired by the National Parks reveals individual glimpses into the passionate commitment to preserve, protect, and enjoy these special places.[AuthorName]By Donna Marcinkowski DeSoto[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Donna Marcinkowski DeSoto has been a quilt maker for more than twenty years, and her work has appeared in numerous exhibits and publications. She is also the author of Inspired by the Beatles: An Art Quilt Challenge.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]179 color photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]Their Landscapes and Wildlife in Fabric Perspectives[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]179 color photos[/ColorPattern]