My First Summer in the Sierra (Unabridged)
John Muir
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
John Muir's "My First Summer in the Sierra" chronicles his 1869 experience as a shepherd in California's Sierra Nevada mountains. While his job involved tending sheep, his true passion lay in exploring and documenting the region's natural wonders. The book is a collection of his observations and reflections, filled with vivid descriptions of landscapes, plants, and animals.
Through his poetic prose, Muir paints a picture of majestic mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and sprawling wildflower meadows. He details encounters with diverse wildlife and shares his awe at the power and beauty of nature. While facing challenges like food shortages and solitude, Muir finds solace and inspiration in the wilderness. This short work serves as a testament to his love for nature and foreshadows his future dedication to environmental preservation.
Duration - 5h 44m.
Author - John Muir.
Narrator - Digital Voice Marcus G.
Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2022 Falcon Press ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. John Muir's "My First Summer in the Sierra" chronicles his 1869 experience as a shepherd in California's Sierra Nevada mountains. While his job involved tending sheep, his true passion lay in exploring and documenting the region's natural wonders. The book is a collection of his observations and reflections, filled with vivid descriptions of landscapes, plants, and animals. Through his poetic prose, Muir paints a picture of majestic mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and sprawling wildflower meadows. He details encounters with diverse wildlife and shares his awe at the power and beauty of nature. While facing challenges like food shortages and solitude, Muir finds solace and inspiration in the wilderness. This short work serves as a testament to his love for nature and foreshadows his future dedication to environmental preservation. Duration - 5h 44m. Author - John Muir. Narrator - Digital Voice Marcus G. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025. Copyright - © 2022 Falcon Press ©.
Language:
English
Titlepage
Duration:00:00:07
My First Summer in the Sierra
Duration:00:00:04
I: Through the Foothills with a Flock of Sheep
Duration:00:36:34
II: In Camp on the North Fork of the Merced
Duration:00:58:29
III: A Bread Famine
Duration:00:14:07
IV: To the High Mountains
Duration:00:38:48
V: The Yosemite
Duration:00:45:26
VI: Mount Hoffman and Lake Tenaya
Duration:00:37:59
VII: A Strange Experience
Duration:00:21:52
VIII: The Mono Trail
Duration:00:25:06
IX: Bloody Canyon and Mono Lake
Duration:00:22:27
X: The Tuolumne Camp
Duration:00:29:15
XI: Back to the Lowlands
Duration:00:14:41