The Mountains of California (Illustrated Edition)

The Mountains of California (Illustrated Edition)

By John Muir
Michael Caine
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Length9h 55m

About this audiobook

In "The Mountains of California (Illustrated Edition)," John Muir embarks on a lyrical exploration of the Sierra Nevada and other majestic ranges of California, illuminating the interconnectedness of nature and humanity. With a rich, descriptive prose that blends scientific observation and romanticism, Muir invites readers to experience the awe of the natural world. The work is not only a personal account of his wanderings but also serves as a passionate plea for conservation, reflecting the burgeoning environmental movement of the late 19th century. The illustrated edition enriches the reading experience, allowing Muir's vivid imagery of landscapes, flora, and fauna to resonate more deeply with the audience. John Muir, often regarded as the "Father of the National Parks," was a prominent naturalist, author, and advocate for the preservation of wilderness in America. His formative experiences in nature, including his time spent in California's mountainous regions, deeply influenced his worldview and dedication to ecology. Muir's writings often reflect his spiritual connection with nature, drawing on his Scottish heritage and the Transcendentalist philosophies that shaped him, providing a philosophical underpinning to his environmental activism. "The Mountains of California," therefore, is essential reading for anyone who seeks to understand the profound, symbiotic relationship between nature and society. It is a rich resource for scholars of environmental literature, as well as for casual readers who yearn for inspiration from the beauty of the natural world. This book will stir the hearts of nature lovers and awaken a commitment to preserving the landscapes that Muir so passionately championed.

Audiobook details

Rating★★★★ 4.3 (5.1K)
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GenreScience and Nature
Length9 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 28, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Chapter 1 (pt. 1)
4Chapter 1 (pt. 4)
2Chapter 1 (pt. 2)
5Chapter 1 (pt. 5)
3Chapter 1 (pt. 3)
THE ALASKA ACCOUNT of John Muir: Travels in Alaska, The Cruise of the Corwin, Stickeen & Alaska Days with John Muir (Illustrated)
THE ALASKA ACCOUNT of John Muir: Travels in Alaska, The Cruise of the Corwin, Stickeen & Alaska Days with John Muir (Illustrated)John Muir, S. Hall Young21h 10m4.5 (115)$1.99 · $0.00
The Mountains of California (With Original Drawings & Photographs) (Annotated)
The Mountains of California (With Original Drawings & Photographs) (Annotated)John Muir11h 35m4.5 (1.1K)$2 · $0.00
THE YOSEMITE COLLECTION of John Muir (Illustrated) (Annotated)
THE YOSEMITE COLLECTION of John Muir (Illustrated) (Annotated)John Muir21h 3m$2 · $0.00
STEEP TRAILS: California - Utah - Nevada - Washington - Oregon - The Grand Canyon (Annotated)
STEEP TRAILS: California - Utah - Nevada - Washington - Oregon - The Grand Canyon (Annotated)John Muir10h 27m4.6 (11)$2 · $0.00
A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf (With Original Drawings & Photographs) (Annotated)
A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf (With Original Drawings & Photographs) (Annotated)John Muir5h 55m4.6 (1.1K)$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of John Muir (Annotated)
The Complete Works of John Muir (Annotated)John Muir96h4.6 (23)$2 · $0.00
JOHN MUIR'S CALIFORNIA COLLECTION: My First Summer in the Sierra, Picturesque California, The Mountains of California, The Yosemite & Our National Parks (Illustrated) (Annotated)
JOHN MUIR'S CALIFORNIA COLLECTION: My First Summer in the Sierra, Picturesque California, The Mountains of California, The Yosemite & Our National Parks (Illustrated) (Annotated)John Muir42h 2m$2 · $0.00
Cruise of the Revenue-Steamer Corwin in Alaska and the N.W. Arctic Ocean in 1881: Botanical Notes
Cruise of the Revenue-Steamer Corwin in Alaska and the N.W. Arctic Ocean in 1881: Botanical NotesJohn Muir33m$2 · $0.00
JOHN MUIR'S CALIFORNIA COLLECTION
JOHN MUIR'S CALIFORNIA COLLECTIONJohn Muir41h 42m4.6 (128)$1 · $0.00
The Grand Cañon of the Colorado
The Grand Cañon of the ColoradoJohn Muir51m4.0 (91)$2 · $0.00
The Mountains of California (With Original Drawings & Photographs)
The Mountains of California (With Original Drawings & Photographs)John Muir11h 15m4.3 (2.5K)$2 · $0.00
The Mountains of California (Illustrated Edition)
The Mountains of California (Illustrated Edition)John Muir11h 16m4.1 (1.4K)$1 · $0.00
John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters (Illustrated Edition)
John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters (Illustrated Edition)John Muir96h 3m3.9 (16)$1 · $0.00
John Muir's Incredible Travel Memoirs: A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf, My First Summer in the Sierra, The Mountains of California, Travels in Alaska, Steep Trails… (Illustrated)
John Muir's Incredible Travel Memoirs: A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf, My First Summer in the Sierra, The Mountains of California, Travels in Alaska, Steep Trails… (Illustrated)John Muir47h 31m4.6 (140)$1 · $0.00
John Muir's Incredible Travel Memoirs
John Muir's Incredible Travel MemoirsJohn Muir46h 27m4.6 (138)$2 · $0.00
Steep Trails
Steep TrailsJohn Muir8h 56m4.2 (312)$1 · $0.00
Steep Trails
Steep TrailsJohn Muir8h 56m3.9 (259)$2 · $0.00
THE ALASKA ROUTE (Illustrated Edition)
THE ALASKA ROUTE (Illustrated Edition)John Muir, S. Hall Young21h 1m$1 · $0.00
My First Summer in the Sierra (Summarized Edition)
My First Summer in the Sierra (Summarized Edition)John Muir2h 44m$2
John Muir: The Story of My Boyhood and Youth & Letters to a Friend (Illustrated Edition)
John Muir: The Story of My Boyhood and Youth & Letters to a Friend (Illustrated Edition)John Muir10h 3m4.2 (13)$1 · $0.00
A Brief History of Intelligence
A Brief History of IntelligenceMax S. Bennett12h 18m4.6 (6.6K)$29 · $0.00
The Story of Birds
The Story of BirdsSteve Brusatte11h 49m4.6 (401)$29 · $0.00
Life On Earth 40th Anniversary Edition
Life On Earth 40th Anniversary EditionSir David Attenborough12h 27m4.6 (6.5K)$29 · $0.00
Beyond
BeyondStephen Walker15h 39m4.6 (3.2K)$33 · $0.00
Liftoff
LiftoffEric Berger9h 4m4.6 (9.5K)$29 · $0.00
Black Earth Wisdom
Black Earth WisdomLeah Penniman11h 54m4.6 (577)$8 · $0.00
Total Cat Mojo
Total Cat MojoJackson Galaxy10h 13m4.5 (8.4K)$23 · $0.00
My Life Among the Underdogs
My Life Among the UnderdogsTia Torres5h 51m4.5 (4K)$24 · $0.00
What It Takes to Save a Life
What It Takes to Save a LifeKwane Stewart6h4.6 (556)$24 · $0.00
Pastoral Song
Pastoral SongJames Rebanks8h 35m4.5 (12K)$26 · $0.00
How Stella Learned to Talk
How Stella Learned to TalkChristina Hunger7h4.5 (10.9K)$24 · $0.00
Craig & Fred
Craig & FredCraig Grossi8h 6m4.5 (9.6K)$26 · $0.00
Celebrating Birds
Celebrating BirdsNatalia Rojas, Ana Maria Martinez6h 47m4.6 (330)$24 · $0.00
Saving Jemima
Saving JemimaJulie Zickefoose4h 59m4.5 (749)$20 · $0.00
Will's Red Coat
Will's Red CoatTom Ryan8h 23m4.5 (2.3K)$26 · $0.00
Of Time and Turtles
Of Time and TurtlesSy Montgomery10h 34m4.5 (5K)$29 · $0.00
Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet
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Bottle of Lies
Bottle of LiesKatherine Eban14h 25m4.4 (12K)$33 · $0.00
Ingrained
IngrainedCallum Robinson8h 10m4.5 (1.1K)$26 · $0.00
The Lion Tracker's Guide To Life
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