Mammals of Mount Rainier National Park

** "Mammals of Mount Rainier National Park" by Merlin K. Potts is a detailed book that looks into the animals living in Mount Rainier National Park, including how they act and where they live, while also considering of how people's actions have changed the wildlife and the place where they live. The book starts by mentioning that national parks protect wildlife from people interfering. It also talks about the old studies done on animals in the park, starting in 1897, and says why a new book is needed to put all the new information together. The beginning explains how wildlife has changed because of what people have done and how the environment has changed, which leads to a closer look at the different mammals in the park. This mix of history and understanding of nature sets the scene for more talks about the environment later on. **