02388cam a22003133u 4500 40051 UtSlPG 20260610133921.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04015512 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F516 Van Slyke, D. O. (David Oyer), 1818-1890 Found at Last: the Veritable Garden of Eden : Or a place that answers the Bible description of the notable spot better than anything yet discovered Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-06-20 "Found at Last: the Veritable Garden of Eden" by Rev. D. O. Van Slyke is a unique exploration that combines elements of religious interpretation and geography, written in the late 19th century. This book puts forth the controversial assertion that the Garden of Eden, as described in the Bible, is located on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River between La Crosse, Wisconsin, and Winona, Minnesota. The author argues that the landscape and geographic features of this region align more closely with biblical descriptions than any other location previously proposed. In the book, Van Slyke lays out a detailed argument supporting his claim, reflecting both reverence for biblical accounts and a deep appreciation for the natural splendor of the American landscape. He meticulously describes the topography, including the rivers, bluffs, and fertile valleys, positing that this region has the necessary ecological qualities to sustain a populous civilization. He emphasizes the moral and spiritual dimensions of the area, asserting that it is a place for intellectual and moral development, echoing the idyllic characteristics of Eden. Throughout, Van Slyke invites readers to 'come and see,' encouraging exploration and personal observation of the landscapes he describes as a literal paradise on earth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Eden Trempealeau County (Wis.) -- Description and travel https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40051 80890 80890