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In the Catskills
Hardcover
General NatureNature WritingNortheast
ISBN13: 9781022965843
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 118
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
In the Catskills: Selections from the Writings of John Burroughs invites readers to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of the Catskill Mountains through the eyes of a master nature writer. This carefully curated collection of essays showcases Burroughs' keen observations and deep appreciation for the American landscape.
Explore the region's unique flora and fauna, and discover the simple joys of immersing oneself in the wilderness of New York State. Burroughs' evocative prose captures the essence of the Catskills, offering a timeless portrait of this iconic mountain range. His essays are a testament to the enduring power of nature and its ability to inspire and rejuvenate the human spirit. A classic of American nature writing, this volume offers a journey into the heart of the Catskills, perfect for anyone seeking solace and inspiration in the natural world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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