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John Muir: Nature's Visionary

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John Muir is one of the greatest and least appreciated men of the paste 150 years. His fierce determination to preserve the wilderness was a gift to us all. This book does him justice in all ways. Not only is it beautifully written and crafted, the author's empathy and understanding of Muir is evident throughout. Naturally there is an emphasis on Muir's tremendous conservationist efforts, but I was pleased to see material on his early years in Scotland and the emigration to America. Ehrlich also discusses in some detail Muir's loss or sight and his spontaneous restoration of sight. An incredible story in itself.

Most of the book is devoted to Muir's tireless environmental work in California. His (ultimately futile) battle to save Hetch Hetchy is described in painful detail. His triumphs are also chronicled, including his epic hiking adventures, trail forging and wilderness activism. This is a first-rate biography of an outstanding human being, and hero to envioronmentalists everywhere.

This is an excellent book about the life of one of our greatest conservationists. If you have enjoyed Muir's books, I highly advise learning about his incredible life journey with this great biography.

An elegant and beautiful book. It was both visionary and poetic, like Muir, and offers us a fine, new appreciation of the man and his message in this time of political and environmental degradation. Stunning photographs.

This is the most accessible well written book about John Muir and his remarkable life. Whether they know it or not, anyone that has been to wilderness in North America has been directly or indirectly impacted by the vision, writing, and hard work of Muir.

After renewing the library copy of this book three times i finally decided to buy my own to have at home. Wonderful book, written well and with many evocative quotes by John Muir.

I highly recommend the book to anyone who is interested in not only our Park system but the natural world around us.

This is Ehrlich's gift to the memory of John Muir. Not technical. Not analytical. Simply a descriptive outline of Muir's fascinating life graced with numerous fascinating photos. This is a National Geographic volume that is perfect for someone wanting a light, inspired read of Muir's life.

This is not only a beautifully written book, it is a joy to view. The pictures and illustrations take you right where John Muir's heart still abides. I have been a fan of Gretel Ehrlich for years. She is a wonderful writer and has found a kindred subject in John Muir. I am grateful to have my first introduction to him through her eyes.