Description
A new volume collecting the seminal writings of America's first naturalist and the founder of the modern conservation movement.
About the Author
John Muir (April 21, 1838 - December 24, 1914) also known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks", was an influential Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, glaciologist and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. His letters, essays, and books describing his adventures in nature, especially in the Sierra Nevada, have been read by millions. His activism has helped to preserve the Yosemite Valley, Sequoia National Park and many other wilderness areas. The Sierra Club, which he co-founded, is a prominent American conservation organization.
Book Information
ISBN 9781841593777
Author John Muir
Format Hardback
Page Count 696
Imprint Everyman's Library
Publisher Everyman
Weight(grams) 832g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 135mm * 42mm