The Grandest Things
Our National Parks in Words, Images, and Stamps
The Grandest Things explores how our national park system began, the changes it has endured, and the astounding array of sites it includes—all through breathtaking images and historic stamps.
This 116-page book includes:
- A history of America's national parks, illustrated by stamps and other fascinating memorabilia
- A visual tour of over 75 parks, monuments, memorials, and more
- A special collecting section complete with stamp placeholders and background information
- PLUS, nine mint stamps with mounts—including the 1972 Old Faithful, Yellowstone
Stamps Included:
Eight from the Scenic American Landscapes series and the 1972 Old Faithful, Yellowstone issuance.
Also Available:
Scenic American Landscapes Premium Stamped Cards
Share the pristine beauty of America's national parks with this set of 20 stamped cards. 10 different designs showcase spectacular photographs originally featured on Scenic American Landscapes stamps issued during the past decade.
Postage is pre-printed, so mailing is easy — or save them as a unique collectible set!
"We see that while many were supposing things established and completed, really the grandest things always remain; and discover that the work of the New World is not ended, but only fairly begun."
Walt Whitman
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The Grandest Things: Our National Parks in Words, Images, and Stamps was produced by the United States Postal Service in cooperation with the National Park Service.
