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John Muir: My Life with Nature

Author: Joseph Cornell

Retail Price: Paperback • $9.95
Web Only Price: Paperback • $8.95

This unique “autobiography” of John Muir is told in his own words, brimming with his spirit and his adventures. The text was selected and retold by naturalist Joseph Cornell, author of Sharing Nature with Children, who is well known for his inspiring nature games. The result is a book with an aliveness, a presence of goodness, adventure, enthusiasm, and sensitive love of each animal and plant that will give young adults an experience of a true hero. It is a book that expands your sense of hope, adventure, and awareness. Adults will be just as fond of this book as young readers. Cornell includes numerous “explore more” activities that help the reader to understand and appreciate Muir’s many wonderful qualities.

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Book Details

Awards
  • The ASPCA Henry Bergh Children’s Book Award
  • Dept. of Environment-South Korea Environmental Dept, Excellent Books for 2007
Reviews
“This is THE BEST John Muir biography for children. It is informative, engaging, and succinctly written . . . Teachers, parents and nature lovers are going to love it, right along with children.”

— Jill Harcke – Co-producer of the John Muir Tribute CD

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