The Life and Letters of John Muir, Volume 1: (Annotated and Illustrated)

Description

The Life and Letters of John Muir, a two-volume set edited and written by William Frederic Badè. This the first volume that collects letters written by John Muir, a Scottish-American naturalist, author, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. The letters in this volume cover the period from 1868 to 1873 and provide insight into Muir’s thoughts, experiences, and the development of his beliefs about the natural world during what is considered to be one of the most exuberant periods of his life. The book also includes biographical narrative to provide context for the letters. Together, the two volumes offer a detailed look at the life and thoughts of John Muir and are an important resource for anyone interested in his life and work.

• Annotated for historical context and featuring a foreword from Stephen K. Hatch, author of The Contemplative John Muir: Spiritual Quotations from the Great American Naturalist (2012).
• Illustrated by Jonathan Machen, an artist who explores the Sierra Nevada mountains in California, where John Muir often wandered. This adds a visual element to the book, offering readers a glimpse into the landscape that inspired Muir’s love for the natural world.
• The book includes a timeline of Muir’s life, which provides historical context for his views and writings. This helps readers understand the events that shaped Muir’s beliefs and the development of his ideas about the natural world.
• The book text is from the original Life and Letters by John Muir and has not been edited or altered.

William Frederic Badè

The author and editor, William Frederic Badè, was an American clergyman, historian, and author. He is best known for his work as the editor of The Life and Letters of John Muir, a two-volume set that collects letters written by John Muir during the most exuberant period of his life, from 1868 to 1903. This book was published after Muir’s death. Badè also wrote several other books, including The Life of Jesus, The Life of St. Paul, and The Life of Abraham Lincoln. He was born in 1871 and died in 1936.

John Muir

John Muir was a Scottish-American naturalist, author, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. He is best known for his work as a conservationist and his writings on the natural world, which have inspired countless people to appreciate and protect the environment. Muir was born in Dunbar, Scotland in 1838 and emigrated to the United States with his family when he was 11 years old. He spent much of his life exploring and studying the wilderness, particularly in California and the Sierra Nevada mountains. Muir is often referred to as the “father of the national parks,” as his efforts played a key role in the creation of many of the protected areas in the United States. He co-founded the Sierra Club, a prominent environmental advocacy organization, and his writings, including My First Summer in the Sierra and The Mountains of California, continue to be widely read and admired. Muir died in 1914 at the age of 76.

Crazy Wisdom Publishing

The publisher of this book, Crazy Wisdom Publishing, produces films and books that are rich in value and inspiration. The content is designed to speak to a multi-generational audience, reminding viewers and readers of the common and universal connection we have with Earth and spirituality. The films and books explore real-life stories that inspire and motivate people to discover their remarkable potential, transcending differences such as gender, country, religion, race, and class.