Maw's Vacation: The Story of a Human Being in the Yellowstone

Maw's Vacation: The Story of a Human Being in the Yellowstone, written by Emerson Hough in the early 20th century, is a humorous fictional account of a rural American family's first vacation to Yellowstone National Park. The narrative follows 'Maw,' a hardworking mother, as she experiences the joys and challenges of leisure and modernity, contrasting her life of labor with the wonders of nature. Through her interactions with various park visitors, the story highlights the changing roles within families and the significance of taking breaks from daily routines.