"My First Summer in the Sierra" by John Muir is a captivating early 20th-century memoir that chronicles Muir's transformative summer among the Sierra Nevada mountains. Driven by a deep yearning for the wilderness, Muir takes on a shepherding job to immerse himself in the mountains' splendor. He joins a diverse group, including a shepherd named Billy, a Chinaman, and an Indian, and together they guide a flock of sheep towards higher pastures. Along their journey through the foothills, Muir vividly captures the natural world and their journey with the flock, revealing his profound connection to the flora, fauna, and landscapes of the Sierra Nevada, and establishing the foundation for a summer filled with exploration and profound appreciation.
My First Summer in the Sierra
By John Muir
A man embraces a summer job herding sheep in the Sierra Nevada to fulfill his burning desire to explore the untamed wilderness and deepen his connection with nature.
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About the AuthorJohn Muir, also known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks", was a Scottish-born American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, botanist, zoologist, glaciologist, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States.
John Muir, also known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks", was a Scottish-born American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, botanist, zoologist, glaciologist, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States.
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