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Guardians of the Valley: John Muir and the Friendship that Saved Yosemite
By Dean King
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By Dean King
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Bringing to life the unlikely friendship that helped secure Yosemite National Park’s future as the “heaven on earth” visitors cherish today, this true story of courage and determination explores the daring efforts needed to protect the breathtaking landscape.
Finalist for the PEN/Jacqueline Bograd Weld Award for Biography
*“We see through this book the immense power of language…to change the minds of lawmakers and tourists alike.” —The New York Times Book Review *“A poignant portrait of an era when mere words could change the world.” —San Francisco Chronicle*
The dramatic and uplifting story of legendary outdoorsman and conservationist John Muir’s journey to save Yosemite is “a rich, enjoyable excursion into a seminal period in environmental hi...
*“We see through this book the immense power of language…to change the minds of lawmakers and tourists alike.” —The New York Times Book Review *“A poignant portrait of an era when mere words could change the world.” —San Francisco Chronicle*
The dramatic and uplifting story of legendary outdoorsman and conservationist John Muir’s journey to save Yosemite is “a rich, enjoyable excursion into a seminal period in environmental hi...
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