The Mountains Of California (1894)

The Mountains of California is a book written by John Muir, first published in 1894. It is a collection of essays that describe the natural beauty and wonder of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California. Muir's writing is characterized by his love and reverence for nature, and his vivid descriptions of the landscapes, flora, and fauna of the region. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the mountains, such as glaciers, forests, and wildlife. Muir's writing is both poetic and scientific, and he uses his observations to make arguments in favor of conservation and preservation of natural resources. The Mountains of California is a classic work of nature writing, and has been influential in shaping the environmental movement in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.