John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters (Illustrated Edition)
Enriched edition. Picturesque California, The Treasures of the Yosemite, Our National Parks…By John Muir
Length96h 2m
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In 'John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters (Illustrated Edition)', John Muir, the famous Scottish-American naturalist, lays out a collection of his essays and writings that delve into his deep connection with nature and the wilderness. Known for his vivid descriptions and poetic prose, Muir's work highlights the beauty and importance of the natural world, as well as the need for conservation and preservation. His literary style is both informative and emotive, appealing to readers' senses and emotions in order to convey his passion for the environment. Set against the backdrop of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Muir's writings provide insight into the conservation movement of the time and its relevance to contemporary environmental issues. As a pioneering figure in environmental activism, Muir's work continues to inspire readers to appreciate and protect the wilderness. 'John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters' is a must-read for those interested in nature writing, environmental conservation, and the history of the conservation movement.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
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GenreScience and Nature
Length96 hrs 2 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 4, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters (Illustrated Edition)
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters (Illustrated Edition)
7Books
8PICTURESQUE CALIFORNIA (pt. 1)
9PICTURESQUE CALIFORNIA (pt. 2)
103) Shasta Rambles and Modoc Memories
111) The Physical and Climatic Characteristics of Oregon
12THE MOUNTAINS OF CALIFORNIA
13Chapter 2 The Glaciers
14Chapter 3 The Snow
15Chapter 4 A Near View of the High Sierra
16Chapter 5 The Passes
17Chapter 6 The Glacier Lakes
18Chapter 7 The Glacier Meadows
19Chapter 8 The Forests
20Chapter 9 The Douglas Squirrel
21Chapter 10 A Wind-storm in the Forests
22Chapter 11 The River Floods
23Chapter 12 Sierra Thunder-Storms
24Chapter 13 The Water-Ouzel
25Chapter 14 The Wild Sheep
26Chapter 15 In the Sierra Foot-Hills
27Chapter 16 The Bee-Pastures
28OUR NATIONAL PARKS
29Chapter I The Wild Parks and Forest Reservations of the West
30Chapter II The Yellowstone National Park
31Chapter III The Yosemite National Park
32Chapter IV The Forests of the Yosemite Park
33Chapter V The Wild Gardens of the Yosemite Park
34Chapter VI Among the Animals of the Yosemite
35Chapter VII Among the Birds of the Yosemite
36Chapter VIII The Fountains and Streams of the Yosemite National Park
37Chapter IX The Sequoia and General Grant National Parks
38Chapter X The American Forests
39MY FIRST SUMMER IN THE SIERRA
40CHAPTER II IN CAMP ON THE NORTH FORK OF THE MERCED
41CHAPTER III A BREAD FAMINE
42CHAPTER IV TO THE HIGH MOUNTAINS
43CHAPTER V THE YOSEMITE
44CHAPTER VI MOUNT HOFFMAN AND LAKE TENAYA
45CHAPTER VII A STRANGE EXPERIENCE
46CHAPTER VIII THE MONO TRAIL
47CHAPTER IX BLOODY CAÑON AND MONO LAKE
48CHAPTER X THE TUOLUMNE CAMP
49CHAPTER XI BACK TO THE LOWLANDS
50THE YOSEMITE
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