“Wander here a whole summer, if you can ... Thousands of wild blessings will search you and soak you as if you were a sponge, and the big days will go by uncounted”
Quote by John Muir
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JOHN MUIR’S CALIFORNIA COLLECTION: My First Summer in the Sierra, Picturesque California, The Mountains of California, The Yosemite & Our National Parks (Illustrated): Adventure Memoirs, Travel Sketches, Nature Writings and Wilderness Essays
This collection brings together several works by the renowned naturalist and conservationist John Muir, showcasing his personal experiences and reflections on the natural landscapes of California. It includes his seminal work 'My First Summer in the Sierra,' as well as 'Picturesque California,' 'The Mountains of California,' 'The Yosemite,' and essays on the importance of national parks. The illustrated edition offers a visual journey through Muir's descriptions of the Sierra Nevada, Yosemite, and other natural wonders, providing both personal anecdotes and philosophical insights into the beauty and significance of the American wilderness. more
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