Description
Description
Here is an entertaining collection of famed conservationist John Muir's most exciting adventures in nature, representing some of his finest writing. From the famous avalanche ride off the rim of Yosemite Valley to his night spent weathering a windstorm at the top of a tree to death-defying falls on Alaskan glaciers, the renowned outdoorsman's exploits are related in passages that are by turns exhilarating, unnerving, dizzying, and outrageous.
About the Author
About the Author
Lee Stetson portrays America's foremost conservationist John Muir. His productions have been presented in Yosemite National Park since 1983 to more than a quarter of a million visitors. Stetson has also produced three audio CDs as John Muir and played Muir in the IMAX film National Parks Adventure, in addition to collecting Muir's adventures in print.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
Los Angeles Times: "The Wild Muir is a highly readable collection of excerpts from the naturalist's longer works, emphasizing Muir's delight in exploring untamed nature, often at the risk of his life."
High Country News: "In this delightful little book, John Muir's best death-defying accounts have been collected and introduced by Lee Stetson. Readers will be hard put to pick a favorite quote from the man whose curiosity was only matched by his physical courage."
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Yosemite Conservancy
Pub date:
2013-03-12
Length:
224 pages

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