The Story of My Boyhood and Youth

John Muir (1838–1914) was a Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, and early advocate for the preservation of wilderness in the United States. His writings are laden with a deep passion for nature and a belief in the restorative power of the natural world. Known as 'Father of the National Parks,' Muir's advocacy helped to establish Yosemite National Park and several other...