A Place Called Yellowstone
A Place Called Yellowstone by Randall K. Wilson is one of 2026's most credible books, appearing on 1 of the year's most respected lists, including McKinsey & Company, for a Consensus Score of 15 out of 100.
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Our take
AI-draftedWilson's history covers well-trodden ground — the world's first national park, its founding myths, its long tension between tourism and conservation — but reviewers credit him with avoiding the dry bureaucratic recitation that subject invites. The Los Angeles Times specifically praised his ability to turn administrative infighting and political corruption into character-driven storytelling.
In the press
“Wilson's talent as a storyteller shines through in turning dry bureaucratic bumbling and crony corruption into a focus on individual exploits and entertaining tales.”
Lorraine Berry, Los Angeles Times“A capably drawn portrait of an iconic American place that remains of world significance.”
Kirkus Reviews
How the Consensus Score is calculated
Our Consensus Score is our own transparent editorial metric — not a user rating. It weighs each list by the credibility of its source, how recent the listing is, and any award status. Here is the full breakdown.
| Source | Authority | Recency | Award | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKinsey & Company | 0.80 | 0.85 | 1.00× | 0.68 |
| Weighted sum → Score | 0.68 → 15 | |||
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Frequently asked
What lists is A Place Called Yellowstone on?
A Place Called Yellowstone appears on 1 list in our 2026 corpus, including McKinsey & Company.
What is its Consensus Score?
A Place Called Yellowstone has a Consensus Score of 15 out of 100, our transparent editorial measure of how many credible lists agree on it.