Journeys to the Far North
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| Rating | : | 4.43 (541 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1941821731 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 254 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-05-16 |
| Language | : | English |
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“There has been no more sensitive and understanding observer and interpreter of wilderness and wildlife, or of Arctic regions, than Olaus Murie. As a scientist, prose-poet, and artist, his presentations were always instructive, honest, and vivid. He was also a competent wilderness man enjoying the adventure of exploring ‘big country.’ At the same time, he had the rare capacity to discover more in an acre than most of us see in many square miles. The publication of his JOURNEYS TO THE FAR NORTH is a unique event for those who regard wild creatures and wild plants in their wildlands homes as essential parts of life. His writings bring out these qualities along with a charming sense of humor and a deep appreciation of human values.”George Marshall, President (1970-71), The Wilderness Society
In the final years of his life, Murie worked closely with his wife to protect the pristine Brooks Range and the Sheenjek River Valley. Donald is the third child of Olaus and Margaret Murie. Early in his career he was a field naturalist for the Carnegie Museum, and made two expeditions for them into the Hudson Bay country that are described in JOURNEYS TO THE FAR NORTH. After completing this research project, Murie accepted a posi
Later expeditions took him to Labrador and many part of Alaska, a land he came to know well and love deeply.What Murie experienced on these travels was recorded in the sketchbooks and journal that he always carried with him. Along with his fascinating collection of photographs, they form the basis for a narrative that combines a scientist’s eye for detail and a naturalist’s reverence for wilderness.Whether dogsledding, shooting rapids in a canoe, or dancing with Aleut Eskimos, Murie had a passion for discovery and conservation that enlivens every page of JOURNEYS TO THE FAR NORTH.. Murie took his first field trip as a biologist to the Hudson Bay region in 1914, o
Jan said The Muries. I love all the Murie books. If you are interested in real life adventure in the far North, you'll love these authors--Olaus, his brother and his wife. And you'll learn a lot about the true stories of life in the wilderness.. "Four Stars" according to Vicky Drieslein. An excellent book!