My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir
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Muir, John, 1838-1914
English
"My First Summer in the Sierra" by John Muir is a memoir written in the early 20th century. The text recounts Muir's experiences as he travels through the Sierra Nevada mountains, exploring the flora and fauna while working with a flock of sheep. This work highlights Muir's profound connection to nature and his passion for wilderness exploration, m...
The opening of the memoir introduces Muir's longing for the mountains and his precarious financial situation, which leads him to accept a job with a flock of sheep as they are driven to higher pastures in the Sierra. Alongside a shepherd named Billy, a Chinaman, and an Indian, Muir embarks on this journey, eagerly anticipating his time to study the region's plants, animals, and landscapes. As the group makes their way through the foothills, Muir describes the sights and sounds of nature, his interactions with the flock, and the occasional challenges they face, all of which set the stage for a summer of discovery and appreciation of the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Robert Smith
1 month agoI didn't expect much, but the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. A solid resource I will return to often.
Carol Campbell
3 months agoOnce I started reading, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. A true masterpiece of its kind.
Amanda Young
5 months agoA fantastic discovery, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
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Mary Adams
2 months agoCompared to other books on this topic, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. I learned so much from this.