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THE YOSEMITE COLLECTION of John Muir (Illustrated): The Yosemite, Our National Parks, Features of the Proposed Yosemite National Park, A Rival of the Yosemite, The Treasures of the Yosemite, Yosemite Glaciers, Yosemite in Winter & Yosemite in Spring

Comprising a variety of works, this collection offers a comprehensive view of Yosemite National Park as seen through the eyes of John Muir, a prominent conservationist and naturalist. It includes detailed descriptions of Yosemite's landscapes, glaciers, and seasonal changes, as well as Muir's advocacy for the park's preservation as a national treasure. 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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