John Muir

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Stickeen (eBook, ePUB)

An Unforgettable Journey Through the Alaskan Wilderness with a Loyal Companion

Beschreibung

In "Stickeen," John Muir captures the spirit of adventure and the profound connection between humans and nature through the vivid recounting of his journey with a small, frightened dog in the untamed wilderness of Alaska. Written in a lyrical style characterized by rich imagery and emotive language, Muir's narrative is both a personal memoir and an homage to the awe-inspiring landscapes that shaped his environmental philosophy. Set against the backdrop of glacial expanses and rugged terrains, the story illustrates the themes of survival, companionship, and the often-overlooked emotional lives of animals, situating Muir's work firmly within the emerging canon of nature writing at the turn of the 20th century. John Muir (1838'Äì1914) was a Scottish-American naturalist, author, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. His explorations of the Sierra Nevada and his tireless campaigns for the establishment of national parks were profoundly influenced by his childhood experiences and a passion for the natural world. "Stickeen" reflects Muir's deep empathy for all living creatures and embodies his belief that nature has the power to transform and inspire individuals, offering a glimpse into the harmonious balance of life. Recommended for readers who appreciate intricate narratives about nature and personal transformation, "Stickeen" serves as a poignant reminder of the solitude and beauty found in the wild. Muir's eloquent prose invites readers to reflect on their own relationships with the natural world, making this classic a must-read for enthusiasts of environmental literature and the transformative power of shared experiences.

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John Muir ( April 21, 1838 - December 24, 1914), also known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks",[2] was a Scottish-born American:¿42¿ naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, botanist, zoologist, 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 helped to preserve the Yosemite Valley and Sequoia National Park, and his example has served as an inspiration for the preservation of many other wilderness areas. The Sierra Club, which he co-founded, is a prominent American conservation organization. In his later life, Muir devoted most of his time to the preservation of the Western forests. As part of the campaign to make Yosemite a national park, Muir published two landmark articles on wilderness preservation in The Century Magazine, "The Treasures of the Yosemite" and "Features of the Proposed Yosemite National Park"; this helped support the push for US Congress to pass a bill in 1890 establishing Yosemite National Park.[5] The spiritual quality and enthusiasm toward nature expressed in his writings has inspired readers, including presidents and congressmen, to take action to help preserve large nature areas.John Muir has been considered "an inspiration to both Scots and Americans". Muir's biographer, Steven J. Holmes, believes that Muir has become "one of the patron saints of twentieth-century American environmental activity", both political and recreational. As a result, his writings are commonly discussed in books and journals, and he has often been quoted by nature photographers such as Ansel Adams."Muir has profoundly shaped the very categories through which Americans understand and envision their relationships with the natural world", writes Holmes

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 115
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664191106
• Artikelnr.: 58436606