Alaska V1

Alaska V1

George Bird Grinnell / John Burroughs / John Muir

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Biografía: general
ISBN:
9781120141460
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Alaska V1: Narrative, Glaciers, Natives (1901) is a book written by John Burroughs, an American naturalist and essayist. The book is a detailed account of his travels to Alaska in the late 19th century, where he explored the region’s glaciers and interacted with the native people. The book is divided into three sections: Narrative, Glaciers, and Natives. In the Narrative section, Burroughs describes his journey to Alaska and his experiences traveling through the region. He provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, wildlife, and weather conditions he encounters along the way. The Glaciers section is dedicated to Burroughs’ observations and reflections on the glaciers of Alaska. He discusses their formation, movement, and the impact they have on the environment. He also describes the beauty and majesty of these natural wonders, as well as the dangers they pose to those who venture too close. The Natives section focuses on Burroughs’ interactions with the native people of Alaska. He describes their customs, traditions, and way of life, as well as their relationship with the natural world around them. He also reflects on the impact of Western civilization on these indigenous communities. Overall, Alaska V1: Narrative, Glaciers, Natives (1901) is a fascinating and informative account of one man’s journey to a remote and beautiful corner of the world. Burroughs’ keen observations and thoughtful reflections make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the natural world and the cultures of indigenous peoples.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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