Weaver, H. Dwight

Missouri caves in history and legend [electronic resource] / H. Dwight Weaver - Columbia : University of Missouri Press, c2008 - 1 online resource (xvi, 157 p.) : ill., map - Missouri heritage readers . - Missouri heritage readers .

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 143-145) and index

"Examines the historical and cultural significance of Missouri caves, describing ways that people have used them historically for shelter, cold storage, burials, moonshine stills, mining, and even as hideouts for Civil War soldiers and outlaws including Jesse James. Describes growing public appreciation and conservation of these unique and beautiful resources"--Provided by publisher


Mode of access : Internet

9780826266453 (electronic bk.) 0826266452 (electronic bk.)


Caves--History--Missouri
Speleology--Missouri
Caves--Social aspects--History--Missouri
Legends--Missouri
Folklore--Missouri