John Muir
John Muir (1838–1914) was an American botanist, geologist and explorer.
Also recorded as J. Muir.
John Muir in brief
- Born
- 1838
- Died
- 1914
- Known for
- botanist,geologist,explorer,inventor,essayist,writer,autobiographer,preservationist
- Place of birth
- Dunbar
Overview
Born at Dunbar in 1838, died at Los Angeles in 1914.
In detail
John Muir studied at University of Wisconsin–Madison and University of Wisconsin System. the recorded working language is English.
The field of work recorded is conservation, environmental protection and geology. The authority associates the name with environmentalism.
Places of work recorded in the authority are Meaford and Indianapolis. Residence is recorded at Yosemite Valley and Martinez. Employment is recorded with James Mason Hutchings. Membership is recorded of American Association for the Advancement of Science, Sierra Club and American Academy of Arts and Letters.
Works named in the authority record are A Thousand-Mile Walk to the Gulf, My First Summer in the Sierra and Our National Parks.
Distinctions recorded are California Hall of Fame.
Sources
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reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia
“John Muir”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q379580: John Muir
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