The West

The American West is home to big cities and wide-open spaces. Today, Arizona, California, and Nevada are growing, vibrant states with diverse people and bustling economies. California is the nation's largest state by population, and is an important cornerstone of the U.S. economy. Arizona and Nevada feature popular tourists spots like the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas. From cowboys to movie stars, there's no place quite like the American West. This book in the LET'S EXPLORE THE STATES series provides information about these three alluring states, from their geography, history, and government to their economy, population demographics, and major cities.