The Story of My Boyhood and Youth
Including "Letters to a Friend"By John Muir
Length9h 3m
About this audiobook
In "The Story of My Boyhood and Youth," John Muir presents a vivid autobiographical account of his formative years in the rural landscapes of Scotland and later America. This compelling narrative intertwines Muir's deep appreciation for nature with a reflection on the innocence and joys of childhood. Through lyrical prose and rich imagery, Muir transports readers to his early explorations, where he developed his lifelong passion for the natural world. As a product of the late 19th-century transcendentalism movement, the book offers insight into the philosophical backdrop that shaped Muir's environmentalism and spirituality. John Muir (1838-1914) was a Scottish-American naturalist, author, and advocate for preserving wilderness. Having moved to the United States at a young age, Muir's childhood experiences in both the rugged Scottish Highlands and the serene landscapes of Wisconsin informed his later life as a conservationist. His profound connection to nature sparked not only his writing but also his relentless campaign for the establishment of national parks, making him a pivotal figure in the American environmental movement. Readers seeking inspiration and a deeper understanding of the natural world will find Muir's memoir to be a heartfelt and enlightening journey. His reflections on youth and nature resonate deeply and serve as a timeless reminder of the importance of preserving the beauty of our planet.
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GenreScience and Nature
Length9 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I. A BOYHOOD IN SCOTLAND
6VI. THE PLOUGHBOY
2II. A NEW WORLD
7VII. KNOWLEDGE AND INVENTIONS
3III. LIFE ON A WISCONSIN FARM
8VIII. THE WORLD AND THE UNIVERSITY
4IV. A PARADISE OF BIRDS
9LETTERS TO A FRIEND (pt. 1)
5V. YOUNG HUNTERS
10LETTERS TO A FRIEND (pt. 2)
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