Cumberland Caverns

Third Edition. Read the fascinating story of how this cave-first discovered by Aaron Higgenbotham in 1810-has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most famous caves. Experience the thrill of discovery with the original modern explorers of Cumberland Caverns as they uncover the vast chambers and endless corridors that make up this 28-mile underground marvel.

Includes the complete story, maps and photographs covering:

• Initial discoveries of the early 1800s
• Fascinating historical anecdotes from the last century
• The modern era, with the first systematic exploration, surveying and mapping
• The latest breakthroughs, including the 1976 discovery
• Fourteen large-size maps
• 30 new photographs, 14 in color

By Larry E. Matthews
ISBN 978-0-9663547-5-1
2010
196 pages, Softbound