THE ALASKA ROUTE (Illustrated Edition)
The Cruise of the Corwin, Travels in Alaska, Stickeen & Alaska Days with John MuirBy John Muir, S. Hall Young
Length21h 12m
About this audiobook
THE ALASKA ROUTE (Illustrated Edition) captures the rugged, icy splendor of Alaska through a thoughtful curation of writings by John Muir and S. Hall Young. Within this illustrated anthology, the reader encounters a kaleidoscope of literary styles, from explorative narratives to poignant reflections on the natural world. The majestic landscapes of Alaska serve as both subject and backdrop, weaving a fabric of ecological consciousness and adventure that spans the gamut from literary naturalism to romantic evocation. The richly varied anthology highlights the interplay between humanity and the formidable Alaskan wilderness, pulling together comprehensive travel logs and reflective essays that illuminate the harrowing beauty of this untamed land. Both John Muir and S. Hall Young bring formidable backgrounds as pioneering conservationists and explorers of the American wilderness, particularly the Alaskan frontier. Their writings not only contribute to environmental literature but also resonate with the ethos of the late 19th to early 20th-century movements toward understanding and preserving natural landscapes. The duo's insights and experiences, supported by vivid illustrations, enrich the reader's comprehension of the environmental imperatives and the allure of Alaska. This illustrated edition of THE ALASKA ROUTE is an invaluable addition to the libraries of both enthusiasts of nature writing and explorers of American environmental history. Readers are afforded a unique insight into the convergence of artistic expression and environmental advocacy, enriched by the profound connection both authors maintain with the Alaskan wilderness. This collection is especially recommended for those keen to explore the interplay of human narratives with the vast, compelling expanse of nature.
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GenreTravel, Literary Classics
Length21 hrs 12 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 4, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE VOYAGE OUT
2THE ALASKA ROUTE: The Cruise of the Corwin, Travels in Alaska, Stickeen & Alaska Days with John Muir
3TRAVELS IN ALASKA
4Preface
5Part I. The Trip of 1879
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6Chapter I. Puget Sound and British Columbia
7Chapter II. Alexander Archipelago and the Home I found in Alaska
8Chapter III. Wrangell Island and Alaska Summers
9Chapter IV. The Stickeen River
10Chapter V. A Cruise in the Cassiar
11Chapter VI. The Cassiar Trail
12Chapter VII. Glenora Peak
13Chapter VIII. Exploration of the Stickeen Glaciers
14Chapter IX. A Canoe Voyage to Northward
15Chapter X. The Discovery of Glacier Bay
16Chapter XI. The Country of the Chilcats
17Chapter XII. The Return to Fort Wrangell
18Chapter XIII. Alaska Indians
19Part II. The Trip of 1880
20Chapter XIV. Sum Dum Bay
21Chapter XV. From Taku River to Taylor Bay
22Chapter XVI. Glacier Bay
23Part III. The Trip of 1890
24Chapter XVII. In Camp at Glacier Bay
25Chapter XVIII. My Sled-Trip on the Muir Glacier
26Chapter XIX. Auroras
27Glossary of Words in the Chinook Jargon
28THE CRUISE OF THE CORWIN
29Introduction
30Chapter I. Unalaska and the Aleuts
31Chapter II. Among the Islands of Bering Sea
32Chapter III. Siberian Adventures
33Chapter IV. In Peril from the Pack
34Chapter V. A Chukchi Orator
35Chapter VI. Eskimos and Walrus
36Chapter VII. At Plover Bay and St. Michael
37Chapter VIII. Return of the Search Party
38Chapter IX. Villages of the Dead
39Chapter X. Glimpses of Alaskan Tundra
40Chapter XI. Caribou and a Native Fair
41Chapter XII. Zigzags among the Polar Pack
42Chapter XIII. First Ascent of Herald Island
43Chapter XIV. Approaching a Myserious Land
44Chapter XV. The Land of the White Bear
45Chapter XVI. Tragedies of the Whaling Fleet
46Chapter XVII. Meeting the Point Barrow Expedition
47Chapter XVIII. A Siberian Reindeer Herd
48Chapter XIX. Turned Back by Storms and Ice
49Chapter XX. Homeward Bound
50Appendix I. The Glaciation of the Arctic and Subarctic Regions Visited during the Cruise
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