JOHN MUIR IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Pomeroy, Elizabeth

Pasadena, California: The Castle Press, 1999. First Edition. Hardcover. Limited to 500 copies. This book traces John Muir's adventures in Southern California from his first visit in 1877 to his death in Los Angeles in 1914. The famed naturalist visited the region often, cultivating friendships with Charles Lummis, A.C. Vroman, and others; exploring Southland mountains and deserts; and stirring up support for wilderness conservation. Tall octavo: xiii, 66 p. with 23 photographic illustrations. Original green cloth binding, with gilt stamping. Issued without a dust jacket. A fine copy. Fine. Item #77155

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