My First Summer In The Sierra (1917) - Paperback

My First Summer In The Sierra is a book written by John Muir and published in 1917. The book is a memoir of Muir's experiences during the summer of 1869, when he first visited the Sierra Nevada mountains in California. Muir was a naturalist and conservationist, and his love for the natural world is evident in his writing.The book is divided into chapters that chronicle Muir's journey through the Sierra Nevada mountains. He describes the beauty of the landscape, the flora and fauna he encounters, and the challenges he faces on his journey. Muir also reflects on the spiritual and philosophical significance of his experiences in the mountains.My First Summer In The Sierra is considered a classic of American nature writing. Muir's vivid descriptions of the natural world and his passion for conservation have inspired generations of readers to appreciate and protect the environment. The book is also notable for its influence on the creation of Yosemite National Park, which Muir helped to establish in 1890.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.