Synopsis
This book traces John Muir's adventures in Southern California from his first visit in 1877 to his death in Los Angeles in 1914. He pursued conservation goals and met with such luminaries as Andrew Carnegie and Theodore Roosevelt. The book includes letters and newspaper articles from the time contemporary with Muir's visits.
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About the Author
Elizabeth Pomeroy has written about Southern California history and nature for 30 years, including the guide to historic places: *Lost and Found*, which appeared on the Los Angeles Times best-seller list.
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The famed naturalist visited the Los Angeles area often, cultivating friendships with Charles Lummis, A.C. Vroman, and others; exploring Southland mountains and deserts and stirring up support for wilderness and the national parks.
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Trade paperback. Condition: Very good. This copy is inscribed by Pomeroy on the title page, with a holographic note from her laid in. 148 p. with textual photographs. Octavo. Original paper wrappers, with the prospectus laid in. Mild dust staining to the bottom edge, with some light sun fading along the spine; otherwise very good. Seller Inventory # 68866
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Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Illustrated card covers, very slight shelfwear but otherwise in Fine condition. First edition, Signed and Inscribed by Author to a previous owner, pp 148, b&w illustrations. This book traces John Muir's adventures in Southern California from his first visit in 1877 to his death in Los Angeles in 1914. He pursued conservation goals and met with such luminaries as Andrew Carnegie and Theodore Roosevelt. The book includes letters and newspaper articles from the time contemporary with Muir's visits. Signed and Inscribed by Author. Seller Inventory # 009308
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