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John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters (Illustrated Edition) E-BOOK
Enriched edition. Picturesque California, The Treasures of the Yosemite, Our National Parks…
John Muir
E-book | Engels
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In "John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters (Illustrated Edition)", Muir's rich tapestry of prose captures the sublime beauty of the natural world while advocating for its preservation. Combining personal narratives with environmental philosophy, the essays evoke the grandeur of America's wilderness through vivid descriptions and heartfelt reflections. This illustrated edition enhances the reading experience, offering visual context to Muir's arguments, infused with romanticism and transcendentalist ideals that were pivotal in the late 19th century, culminating in a powerful call to action for conservation. John Muir (1838-1914) was a Scottish-American naturalist, writer, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. His profound appreciation for nature, shaped by years of exploration in America's national parks, inspired him to pen these essays. A founding figure of the Sierra Club, Muir's activism was rooted in a deep spiritual connection to the land, which propels the urgency and eloquence of his writings while prompting national dialogues on environmental stewardship. "John Muir: Wilderness Essays, Environmental Studies, Memoirs & Letters" is not merely a collection of essays; it is an essential companion for anyone who cherishes the natural world. This beautifully illustrated edition invites readers to immerse themselves in Muir's vision of ecological unity, making it a vital addition to environmental literature and a clarion call for the protection of our planet.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
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Inhoud
- Aantal bladzijden:
- 2680
- Taal:
- Engels
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- Productcode (EAN):
- 8596547690016
- Verschijningsdatum:
- 6/12/2023
- Uitvoering:
- E-book
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- Digital watermarking
- Formaat:
- ePub
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