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John Muir: The Story of My Boyhood and Youth & Letters to a Friend - Journey of Wilderness: An Environmentalist's Reflections - cover

John Muir: The Story of My Boyhood and Youth & Letters to a Friend - Journey of Wilderness: An Environmentalist's Reflections

John Muir

Maison d'édition: Good Press

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In "John Muir: The Story of My Boyhood and Youth & Letters to a Friend," readers are invited into the formative years of one of nature's fiercest advocates. Muir's nostalgic reflections and vivid prose encapsulate a deep reverence for the natural world and his youthful explorations in the wilds of Scotland and America. The literary style is marked by Muir's lyrical descriptions and keen observations, blending autobiography with letters that reveal his personal friendships and philosophical musings on nature, ultimately situating his environmentalism within the broader context of 19th-century Romanticism. John Muir (1838-1914) was not only a pioneering naturalist but also a passionate activist for environmental conservation. His early experiences, shaped by the beauty and solitude of wilderness, instilled in him a lifelong commitment to the protection of nature. Muir's friendship with influential figures such as Theodore Roosevelt profoundly impacted his writing, conveying the urgency of preserving America'Äôs landscapes and flora for future generations. This book is highly recommended for readers who seek to understand the roots of environmental consciousness through personal narrative. Muir's heartfelt letters and evocative storytelling not only illustrate his life but also compel us to reconnect with the natural world, making it essential reading for ecologists, historians, and nature enthusiasts alike.
Disponible depuis: 09/01/2024.
Longueur d'impression: 928 pages.

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