Letters to a Friend, Written to Mrs. Ezra S. Carr, 1866-1879
by John Muir
'Letters to a Friend, Written to Mrs. Ezra S. Carr, 1866-1879' Summary
The letters in this collection provide a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of John Muir, one of America's most celebrated naturalists and conservationists. Written between 1866 and 1879, the letters chronicle Muir's early years in Yosemite Valley, where he lived a life of exploration, adventure, and scientific study. Muir's vivid descriptions of the valley's natural beauty are matched only by his passionate advocacy for its preservation. Through his letters, Muir emerges as a man of deep faith and spirituality, who found solace and inspiration in the wilderness. Muir's letters to Mrs. Carr are a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of conservation, the life and work of John Muir, or the natural beauty of Yosemite Valley.Book Details
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John Muir also known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks", was an influential Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, botanist, zoologist, glaciologis...
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