Meditations of John Muir: Nature's Temple (Paperback)

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Wilderness Press, which specializes in outdoor books and maps for backpackers and hikers, makes a foray into the world of eco-spirituality with The Meditations of John Muir: Nature's Temple, edited by Chris Highland. Here, Muir muses on discovering God in nature, describing one particularly sylvan park as "full of God's thoughts." Highland has juxtaposed long quotes from Muir's journals with short reflections drawn from sacred texts the world over. With its small size and attractive format, this book makes the perfect addition to every naturalist's knapsack. (

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Product Details

• Paperback: 146 pages
• Publisher: Wilderness Press; 1st edition (July 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0899972853
• ISBN-13: 978-0899972855
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #6,653 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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26 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars sauntering companion, September 17, 2001

By	heather (California) - See all my reviews

A must!!!
Take this wonderful collection of muirs wisdom with you whether you are walking among trees, meadows, deserts, or just thinking about a saunter. Chris Highland's compilation of varied writings from John Muir are wonderfully editited, capturing muirs wit, humor and peace of mind. I love this book!!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars simply beautiful....., July 12, 2008

By	Athina (fishkill,ny) - See all my reviews

Beautiful selections from Muir's writings, paired with spiritual quotes, excerpts.I don't know of anyone else, who manages to put so well into words the profound powers of nature the way Muir has done. John Muir was able to put into writing, the way that nature has always felt in my heart and spirit. Reading this book gives me the goosebumps! Take it into the woods, or open it when you are stranded indoors, and need to get "out"

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Peaceful pleasures, November 16, 2006

By	S. Walker (California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is a simple yet profound collection of words by John Muir and the author's own reflections, masterfully paired. They are beautiful and inspiring. Perfect companion for a walk among the redwoods! I also enjoyed this author's other works on Emerson and Thoreau.