The Mountains of California (Illustrated Edition). Exploring the Sierra Nevada: A Naturalist's Reverence for the Wilderness
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- Nombre de pages230
- FormatePub
- ISBN859-65--4768601-9
- EAN8596547686019
- Date de parution03/12/2023
- Protection num.Digital Watermarking
- Taille3 Mo
- Infos supplémentairesepub
- ÉditeurGOOD PRESS
Résumé
In "The Mountains of California (Illustrated Edition), " John Muir immerses readers in a breathtaking exploration of California's majestic landscapes. This literary work combines vivid natural descriptions with personal anecdotes and scientific observations, reflecting Muir'Äôs deep reverence for nature and his nuanced understanding of its complexities. The book employs a romantic style, richly adorned with illustrations that enhance the reader's experience, and situates itself within the Transcendentalist tradition, aligning with contemporaries like Emerson and Thoreau.
Muir'Äôs fervent advocacy for conservation is palpable, as he articulates both the beauty and fragility of the wilderness. John Muir, often referred to as the "Father of the National Parks, " was deeply influenced by his upbringing in the natural world and his passion for botany, which he cultivated during his youth in Scotland and later in the United States. His explorations of the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite shaped his beliefs about the necessity of preserving these natural wonders.
This environmental consciousness, spurred by his spiritual connection to nature, was instrumental in prompting him to write this seminal work. For readers interested in environmental literature, Muir's "The Mountains of California" is essential. It not only serves as an aesthetic celebration of the natural world but also as a prophetic call for conservation. This illustrated edition invites readers to appreciate Muir'Äôs poetic prose and his indomitable spirit, making it a delightful and educational journey.
Muir'Äôs fervent advocacy for conservation is palpable, as he articulates both the beauty and fragility of the wilderness. John Muir, often referred to as the "Father of the National Parks, " was deeply influenced by his upbringing in the natural world and his passion for botany, which he cultivated during his youth in Scotland and later in the United States. His explorations of the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite shaped his beliefs about the necessity of preserving these natural wonders.
This environmental consciousness, spurred by his spiritual connection to nature, was instrumental in prompting him to write this seminal work. For readers interested in environmental literature, Muir's "The Mountains of California" is essential. It not only serves as an aesthetic celebration of the natural world but also as a prophetic call for conservation. This illustrated edition invites readers to appreciate Muir'Äôs poetic prose and his indomitable spirit, making it a delightful and educational journey.
In "The Mountains of California (Illustrated Edition), " John Muir immerses readers in a breathtaking exploration of California's majestic landscapes. This literary work combines vivid natural descriptions with personal anecdotes and scientific observations, reflecting Muir'Äôs deep reverence for nature and his nuanced understanding of its complexities. The book employs a romantic style, richly adorned with illustrations that enhance the reader's experience, and situates itself within the Transcendentalist tradition, aligning with contemporaries like Emerson and Thoreau.
Muir'Äôs fervent advocacy for conservation is palpable, as he articulates both the beauty and fragility of the wilderness. John Muir, often referred to as the "Father of the National Parks, " was deeply influenced by his upbringing in the natural world and his passion for botany, which he cultivated during his youth in Scotland and later in the United States. His explorations of the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite shaped his beliefs about the necessity of preserving these natural wonders.
This environmental consciousness, spurred by his spiritual connection to nature, was instrumental in prompting him to write this seminal work. For readers interested in environmental literature, Muir's "The Mountains of California" is essential. It not only serves as an aesthetic celebration of the natural world but also as a prophetic call for conservation. This illustrated edition invites readers to appreciate Muir'Äôs poetic prose and his indomitable spirit, making it a delightful and educational journey.
Muir'Äôs fervent advocacy for conservation is palpable, as he articulates both the beauty and fragility of the wilderness. John Muir, often referred to as the "Father of the National Parks, " was deeply influenced by his upbringing in the natural world and his passion for botany, which he cultivated during his youth in Scotland and later in the United States. His explorations of the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite shaped his beliefs about the necessity of preserving these natural wonders.
This environmental consciousness, spurred by his spiritual connection to nature, was instrumental in prompting him to write this seminal work. For readers interested in environmental literature, Muir's "The Mountains of California" is essential. It not only serves as an aesthetic celebration of the natural world but also as a prophetic call for conservation. This illustrated edition invites readers to appreciate Muir'Äôs poetic prose and his indomitable spirit, making it a delightful and educational journey.
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