My First Summer in Sierra

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Set against the backdrop of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, this account details John Muir's transformative summer of 1869 as he accompanied shepherds driving a flock of sheep to Yosemite National Park. Muir's profound appreciation for nature shines through his writing, portraying the wilderness as a spiritual haven. This edition of his 1911 work includes original illustrations and a biographical afterword, capturing the essence of Muir's influence on environmentalism and his role in preserving America's natural beauty.