02185cam a22003373u 4500 7345 UtSlPG 20260610133206.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F850.5 QH Muir, John, 1838-1914 Travels in Alaska Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-01-01 Harold Wood and Andrew Sly "Travels in Alaska" by John Muir is a travelogue and natural history account written in the late 19th century. The book details Muir's expeditions into Alaska, capturing the majesty of its landscapes, glaciers, and ecosystems, while also exploring his reflections on nature and the human experience in these wild spaces. At the start of the book, Muir sets the stage for his journey to Alaska, describing his previous explorations in California's Sierra Nevada and his eagerness to explore the northern landscapes. He embarks on a voyage through Puget Sound and the Alexander Archipelago, filled with vivid imagery of the ocean, the marine life he encounters, and the lush forests that frame the coastline. Muir's writing captures both the beauty and the challenges of travel, painting a picture of the wild land he is witnessing with a sense of awe and reverence for its natural splendor. He introduces readers to the characters of his journey, including local residents and fellow travelers, and recounts his experiences navigating the unique hazards of exploration in this remote wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Alaska -- Description and travel Naturalists -- United States -- Biography Muir, John, 1838-1914 -- Travel -- Alaska Conservationists -- United States -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7345 49336 49336