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STEEP TRAILS: California - Utah - Nevada - Washington - Oregon - The Grand Canyon: Adventure Memoirs, Travel Sketches, Nature Essays and Wilderness Studies from the author of The Yosemite, Our National Parks, A Thousand-mile Walk to the Gulf & Picturesque California

This book is a compilation of personal narratives and observations from the author's travels through the rugged and varied terrains of the American West. It includes detailed accounts of adventures, sketches of the natural beauty encountered, and thoughtful essays on the environment and its preservation. The author's previous works, such as The Yosemite, Our National Parks, A Thousand-mile Walk to the Gulf, and Picturesque California, are referenced, indicating a focus on the natural wonders and outdoor experiences of the region. more

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John Muir
John Muir

John Muir (April 21, 1838 - December 24, 1914) was an American naturalist, writer, explorer, and environmentalist. Known for his love of nature and advocacy for environmental protection, Muir is considered one of the pioneers of the modern environmental movement. more

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“How glorious a greeting the sun gives the mountains!”

“The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.”

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