A Thousand-Mile Walk To The Gulf (1916) - Hardcover

by John Muir (Author), William Frederic Bade (Editor)

""A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf"" is a memoir written by John Muir, a Scottish-American naturalist, author, and environmental philosopher. The book documents his journey from Louisville, Kentucky to the Gulf of Mexico, covering over 1,000 miles on foot. Muir embarked on this journey in 1867, at the age of 29, with the aim of exploring the natural beauty of the American South and studying the flora and fauna of the region. Throughout the book, Muir describes his encounters with various animals, including snakes, alligators, and birds, and his observations of the landscapes and geological formations he encounters. He also shares his thoughts on the impact of human activity on the environment, and the need for conservation and preservation of natural resources. The book provides a fascinating insight into the mind of one of the most influential figures in the American conservation movement, and his passion for the natural world. Muir's vivid descriptions of the landscapes and wildlife he encounters, combined with his philosophical musings on the relationship between humans and nature, make this book a must-read for anyone interested in environmentalism, natural history, or American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.