My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir

"The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness." - John Muir John Muir, also known as "John of the Mountains" and "Father of the National Parks", was an influential Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, glaciologist, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States of America. His letters, essays, and books describing his adventures in nature, especially in the Sierra Nevada, have been read by millions. His activism has helped to preserve the Yosemite Valley, Sequoia National Park and many other wilderness areas. My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir tracks his memorable experience in the summer of 1986 while tending sheep in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains. If you close your eyes you can picture his breathtaking views of mountains, rivers, streams, flora, fauna, and wildlife. Hopefully this book will inspire you to experience the Yosemite Valley and Sierra Mountains first hand. "The mountains are calling and I must go." - John Muir