Snowflake (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780738548388)

A temple with the traditional angel-tipped spire stands on a little juniper-covered hill in the northeastern Arizona town of Snowflake as a testament to the hard work and sacrifices of early Mormon pioneers. These ranching and farming families, sent from fruitful Utah to colonize a land only marginally suitable for farming, became experts in irrigation as they struggled to utilize the waters of Silver Creek and the Little Colorado River. Through sheer determination, they turned alluvium into verdant fields, and the surrounding well-drained Great Basin Desert Shrub became their pastures. But their religion and their families were always the main focus. Today the growing communities of Snowflake, Taylor, and Shumway attract new residents and visitors alike with the beauty of their natural setting, mild yet distinct seasons, and hometown charm. Many historic pioneer-era buildings have been restored to honor the area's unique past.

Author: Catherine Ellis
ISBN-10: 0738548383
ISBN-13: 9780738548388
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Language: English
Published: 03/17/2008
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.18h x 6.50w x 0.33d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 02/01/2009 pg. 82