The Mountains Of California (1894) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781168121592 : 1168121590 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Mountains of California is a book written by John Muir, first published in 1894. The book is a collection of essays that describe the natural beauty and ecology of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in California. Muir, a Scottish-American naturalist, conservationist, and writer, spent much of his life exploring and studying the mountains and wilderness areas of the American West. In the book, Muir describes the geology, flora, and fauna of the Sierra Nevada region, as well as his personal experiences and observations of the mountains. He writes about the majesty of the towering peaks, the pristine alpine lakes, and the diverse array of plant and animal life that inhabit the area. Muir's writing is characterized by his deep appreciation and reverence for the natural world, and his belief in the importance of preserving and protecting it for future generations.The Mountains of Califo