| Author |
Muir, John, 1838-1914 |
| Editor |
Badè, William Frederic, 1871-1936 |
| Title |
A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf
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| Alternate Title |
A 1000-mile walk to the Gulf
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Summary |
"A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf" by John Muir is a personal narrative written in the late 19th century. The work describes Muir's adventurous journey as he embarks on a thousand-mile trek from Indiana to the Gulf of Mexico, documenting his observations of nature and the landscapes he encounters along the way. The book reveals Muir's deep passion for botany and the wilderness as he explores various regions, reflecting on their natural beauty and his profound connection to the environment. The opening of the book sets the stage for Muir's journey, beginning with his reflections on his longing to explore the southern landscapes after recovering from an eye injury. With a sense of exhilaration, he outlines his plans to walk south through Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and into Florida, expressing his love for nature and botany. On the first day, Muir joyfully steps into the wild Kentucky woodlands, experiencing a mix of exhilaration and solitude. The narrative is rich with descriptions of the natural beauty surrounding him, including the grand oak trees and lush landscapes, while he encounters various characters along his route, offering insights into the region's culture and environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F206: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States
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| LoC Class |
QH: Science: Natural history
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| Subject |
California -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Naturalists -- United States -- Biography
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| Subject |
Cuba -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Southern States -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Walking -- United States
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| Subject |
Muir, John, 1838-1914 -- Diaries
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| Subject |
Muir, John, 1838-1914 -- Travel -- Southern States
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| Subject |
Plants -- Southern States
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| Subject |
Natural history -- Southern States
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| Subject |
Natural history -- Cuba
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
60749 |
| Release Date |
Nov 20, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 11, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
390 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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