“As age comes on, one source of enjoyment after another is closed, but Nature's sources never fail. Like a generous host, she offers her brimming cups in endless variety, served in a grand hall, the sky its ceiling, the mountains its walls, decorated with glorious paintings and enlivened with bands of music ever playing.”
Quote by John Muir
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The American Wilderness: In the Words of John Muir
This book compiles a selection of essays, letters, and diary entries by John Muir, a 19th-century naturalist and conservationist. Muir's works offer a vivid and personal account of his experiences exploring the natural landscapes of North America, emphasizing the importance of preserving these environments for future generations. more
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