Who knew that mail was still delivered by mule? Residents of Supai, a village on the Havasupai Indian Reservation at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, rely on mule train to bring them their letters and packages, along with groceries, clothing, and anything else they want or need. Vehicles can’t make the difficult journey. Craig Brown’s account of this fascinating aspect of contemporary life follows Anthony the Postman as he loads up and sets off on a journey down down down to the village on the canyon floor. His narrative features engaging details and is set against illustrations reflecting the rugged terrain. A two-part author’s note provides additional information on mail delivery by mule, and an account of Brown’s own journey with mailman Anthony Paya to the canyon floor. (Ages 5–9)

When cars were invented, the US Postal Service said goodbye to animal-powered deliveries forever—or did it? There's one town in the States that still receives their mail by mule! Meet Anthony Paya, who leads a train of mules on a daily three-hour trek down into the Grand Canyon to bring mail to the townspeople of Supai.

Full of authentic Western details about Paya's one-of-a-kind job and magnificent workplace, this beautifully illustrated journey will fill readers with wonder and respect for this unique American landscape. Back matter includes further information about the hazards of working this mail route and author-illustrator Craig Brown's journey with the mule train to Supai.