The Night the Mountain Fell

＂The Night the Mountain Fell: The Story of the Montana-Yellowstone Earthquake＂ recounts the harrowing events of the 1959 Hebgen Lake earthquake, a devastating natural disaster that forever altered the landscape of Montana and Yellowstone National Park. Edmund Christopherson meticulously details the geological forces at play and the human impact of this cataclysmic event.

Explore the science behind the earthquake and its profound consequences, as the earth shook and a mountain gave way. This historical account brings to life the story of a region grappling with unimaginable upheaval. Discover the enduring power of nature and the resilience of those who faced its fury. A gripping narrative for anyone interested in earthquakes, geology, or the history of the American West.

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