North Dakota

de Darlene R. Stille

North Dakota's rich soil and abundant natural resources have made it one of the United States' most important centers of agriculture and mining. Readers will learn how the area was first settled and how it became a state. They will also learn how North Dakota is governed today, how its people celebrate local traditions, and which plants and animals can be found in the state's beautiful wilderness. This revised third edition takes an updated look at the geography, history, government, people, culture, and attractions of North Dakota.