Steep Trails
Exploring the Majesty of America's WildernessBy John Muir
Length8h 56m
About this audiobook
In "Steep Trails," John Muir presents a captivating narrative that intertwines personal reflection with vivid descriptions of the American wilderness. The book comprises a series of essays and sketches drawn from Muir's extensive travels through the Sierra Nevada and other mountainous regions, showcasing his deep appreciation for nature and the intricacies of the ecosystems he encountered. Muir's lyrical prose, rich in sensory detail and imbued with a philosophical ethos, invites readers to engage with the natural world in an immersive and contemplative manner. The literary context of the book places it within the transcendentalist tradition, highlighting Muir's influence in both literary and environmental spheres during the late 19th century. John Muir (1838-1914), often referred to as the "Father of the National Parks," was a naturalist, writer, and conservationist whose experiences in the wild profoundly shaped his views on nature and preservation. His childhood in Scotland, along with his subsequent explorations in America, instilled in him a profound reverence for the beauty and sanctity of the natural world. Muir's friendship with influential figures such as Theodore Roosevelt further propelled his commitment to environmental advocacy, culminating in significant contributions to national parks and conservation movements. "Steep Trails" is a must-read for anyone who seeks inspiration from the natural world and the philosophical underpinnings that compel us to protect it. Through Muir's eloquent narratives, readers will find a renewed sense of wonder for the landscapes that shape our planet, making this collection essential for enthusiasts of nature writing and environmental history alike.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length8 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 3, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Steep Trails
14XII. Nevada Farms15
2EDITOR'S NOTE
15XIII. Nevada Forests17
3I. WILD WOOL
16XIV. Nevada's Timber Belt19
4II. A Geologist's Winter Walk3
17XV. Glacial Phenomena in Nevada20
5III. Summer Days at Mount Shasta
18XVI. Nevada's Dead Towns21
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6IV. A Perilous Night on Shasta's Summit
19XVII. Puget Sound
7V. Shasta Rambles and Modoc Memories
20XVIII. The Forests of Washington
8VI. The City of the Saints8
21XIX. People and Towns of Puget Sound
9VII. A Great Storm in Utah9
22XX. An Ascent of Mount Rainier
10VIII. Bathing in Salt Lake10
23XXI. The Physical and Climatic Characteristics of Oregon
11IX. Mormon Lilies11
24XXII. The Forests of Oregon and their Inhabitants
12X. The San Gabriel Valley12
25XXIII. The Rivers of Oregon
13XI. The San Gabriel Mountains13
26XXIV. The Grand Canyon of the Colorado
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