To the lover of pure wildness Alaska is one of the most wonderful countries in the world.First published in 1915, Travels in Alaska is the last book that Muir wrote, detailing the adventures and experiences that were arguably most dear to him. Alaskas picturesque forests, grand mountains, and unique glacier range impacted Muir from the moment he first visitedNever before this had I been embosomed in scenery so hopelessly beyond description we must surely have reached the very paradise of the poets, the abode of the blessed.As Muir expert Terry Gifford observes in the foreword, From the first trip, Muir set out to learn as much about the people as the glaciers and this willingness to surround himself in all aspects of the atmosphere is evident throughout, with beautifully detailed descriptions of everything from the tribes that he meets, to the canyons, rivers and animals he encounters.Muirs unwavering adventurous spirit shines through in Travels in Alaska no challenge is too great and even when faced with the unimaginable being caught near death between two icebergs while canoeing, or saving an inexperienced mountaineer from slipping and falling he does not lose his faithful get up and go attitude.Travels in Alaska details three of Muirs trips to Alaska 1879, 1880 and 1890. Each one a refreshing account of the joys of exploring and the rewards of the outdoors Never before had rocks and ice and trees seemed so beautiful and wonderful, even the cold, biting rainstorm that...

Binding: Paperback;188 pages; Publisher: Vertebrate Publishing; Classification: BGHA; Weight: 416 g; Dimensions: 154 x 232 x 16

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