“Better to toil blindly, beating every stone in turn for grains of gold, whether they contain any or not, than lie down in apathetic decay.”
Quote by John Muir
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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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