“Few are altogether deaf to the preaching of pine trees. Their sermons on the mountains go to our hearts; and if people in general could be got into the woods, even for once, to hear the trees speak for themselves, all difficulties in the way of forest preservation would vanish.”
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JOHN MUIR Ultimate Collection: Travel Memoirs, Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies & Letters (Illustrated): Picturesque California, The Treasures of the Yosemite, Our National Parks, Steep Trails, Travels in Alaska, A Thousand-mile Walk to the Gulf, Save the Redwoods, The Cruise of the Corwin and more
John Muir's Ultimate Collection is a compilation of his seminal works, offering a rich tapestry of his experiences and insights into the natural world. It includes travelogues such as 'Picturesque California' and 'Travels in Alaska,' essays on the importance of Yosemite and national parks, and his passionate plea to preserve the redwoods. The collection also features 'The Cruise of the Corwin,' among other works, providing a comprehensive look into Muir's life and his profound influence on conservation and environmental thought. more
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