Embrace the immense beauty of Yosemite National Park with this complete collection from one of America’s most beloved naturalists.
John Muir (1838-1914) was a pioneering conservationist, philosopher, and passionate explorer who inspired millions of Americans to recognize the immense beauty and value of Yosemite. His deep authenticity, warm writing style, lyrical prose, and rich knowledge of America’s most rugged wilderness made him a staunch advocate for ecological conservation, spearheading the movement that led to the official creation of Yosemite National Park.
Bringing together his most famous works, this complete anthology sheds light on the thought and legacy of John Muir, letting listeners peer through the eyes of a man with a gentle soul, an immense love of nature, and a deep connection to the land he called home.
Including his reflections on his early days as a Scottish immigrant tending flocks on the Yosemite foothills, his thousand-mile walk to the California coast, and the immense bravery of his little dog on the frozen glaciers of Alaska, listeners will unearth a timeless window into the life, culture, and attitudes of post-civil-war America.
Inside this collection, you’ll find:
My First Summer in the Sierra
A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf
Stickeen
Letters to a Friend
Our National Parks
The Yosemite
Travels in Alaska
The Mountains of California
The Story of my Boyhood and Youth
Steep Trails
The Grand Cañon of the Colorado
The Cruise of the Corwin
With his characteristic blend of scientific insight, personal biography, and poetic narrative, The Complete John Muir Collection is a fascinating audiobook for nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts, conservationists, and anyone passionate about the rich history behind America’s most beloved national park.
