“We are now in the mountains and they are in us, kindling enthusiasm, making every nerve quiver, filling every pore and cell of us. Our flesh-and-bone tabernacle seems transparent as glass to the beauty about us, as if truly an inseparable part of it, thrilling with the air and trees, streams and rocks, in the waves of the sun,-a part of all nature, neither old nor young, sick nor well, but immortal.”
Quote by John Muir
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John Muir: Nature Writings
This compilation brings together selections from John Muir's extensive body of work, capturing his profound observations and passionate descriptions of the natural world. Muir's writings document his intimate encounters with forests, mountains, and wildlife, particularly in the American West. His eloquent prose celebrates the beauty and power of nature while advocating for its protection. The collection reflects Muir's deep reverence for wilderness and his belief in the spiritual and restorative qualities of the natural environment. Through journal entries, essays, and field notes, readers gain insight into the experiences that shaped Muir's philosophy as both a writer and a conservationist. His work contributed significantly to the early environmental movement and the establishment of national parks, particularly Yosemite and Sequoia, where his activism played a pivotal role in their preservation. more
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