John Muir

The Grand Cañon of the Colorado (eBook, ePUB)

"The power of imagination makes us infinite."

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

John Muir was born in Scotland on April 21st, 1838. His Father wanted his children to have a stricter Religious upbringing and therefore moved the family to the United States. John Muir is perhaps known today as the most pre-eminent naturalist and advocate for the preservation of much of the western United States. Today being an environmentalist is laudable but in Muir's days the country was there to be exploited but by hard work and lobbying Muir did much to turn such beautiful areas as Yosemite into protected National Parks. His writing is not only an invaluable guidebook to these unspoilt places but also a hymn to their spirituality. As a keen scientific mind he helped to push the understanding of nature forward by observing and writing upon the glaciers and their actions in eroding and shaping much of the land. Muir helped to also create The Sierra Club, which he led for many years, on projects to preserve these and other areas of outstanding natural beauty. He was equally adept at persuading politicians, from Presidents to local State officials, and the common man to come together in the defence of Nature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copyright Group
• Seitenzahl: 17
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. Januar 2015
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781785430572
• Artikelnr.: 44661762

Autorenporträt

John Muir (1838-1914) was a Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, and an advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. His writings have a lyrical quality that conveys his deep passion for nature, and his book 'The Grand Cañon of the Colorado' reflects his profound experiences in the great outdoors. A co-founder of the Sierra Club, Muir's contributions extend beyond literature to pivotal involvement in the creation of national parks and a broader environmental consciousness. His written works, which include 'My First Summer in the Sierra' and 'Stickeen', among others, underscore his belief in the transformative power of nature and the importance of conserving America's wild places for future generations. His literary style combines detailed observations of the natural world with a philosophical reflection on humanity's place within it. Muir's legacy as an environmental steward is still felt today, and his books continue to inspire nature enthusiasts and conservationists around the world. His impact on American conservation is immeasurable, and his vision continues to remind us of the need to preserve the wild spaces he so eloquently championed.