My First Summer in the Sierra - Brossura

Muir, John; Mint Editions

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1513263676 ISBN 13: 9781513263670

Casa editrice: Mint Editions, 2020

Riassunto

My First Summer in the Sierra is the incredible true story of John Muir’s iconic time spent working in the California mountain range of the Sierra Nevada’s. In this republished edition, read about his experience that shaped so much of environmental stewardship today.

In the summer of 1869, a young John Muir joined a crew of shepherds working in the foothills of California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. Spending countless hours working with the group, Muir also worked tirelessly to advocate for the land’s protection. His efforts eventually transpired into the founding of Yosemite Valley as a national park, a landmark event in the history of United States environmentalism. A glimpse into Muir’s private journals, My First Summer in the Sierra is the remarkable retelling of his time there. Full of humorous anecdotes and insightful prose, John Muir personal narrative will likely inspire you to pack up your belongings and head for the mountains.

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My First Summer in the Sierra, is the story of John Muir’s time spent working in the foothills of California’s Sierra Nevada mountain range in late 1869. Joining a crew of shepherds, Muir worked tirelessly, not only supporting the efforts of the group, but vocalizing the need for environmental stewardship.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Mint Editions
• Data di pubblicazione: 2020
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1513263676
• ISBN 13: 9781513263670
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 120
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile