Naturalist and author who gained the establishment of Yosemite National Park. Rare ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, November 24, 1913. Letter to Miss Pomeroy. In full: “I’m not able to give a worthwhile reply to your letter. All the world is my playground and workground and prayground. Our glorious planet is one divine countenance and on all its features—seas lakes rivers skies continents islands forever radiating beauty on beauty. I look and wander and wander in lowly devout admiration and love. Of the continents perhaps I like America the best because I know it best but they are all one shining rejoicing together in divine harmony. And for all this of what avail is a photograph? Nothing but open eyes will answer.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. A photocopy of Miss Eleanor Wilbur Pomeroy’s August 1, 1913, letter to Muir is included. An enthusiastic testimonial to his beautiful nation Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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