Publisher's Synopsis
Stickeen is a book written by John Muir, which has been published in a large print edition. The book is a true story about Muir's adventure with a small dog named Stickeen in Alaska. The story is set in the late 1800s and follows Muir as he explores the rugged wilderness of Alaska with Stickeen by his side. The book is a beautifully written account of the bond that develops between Muir and Stickeen as they face the challenges of the Alaskan wilderness together. Muir's vivid descriptions of the landscape and his observations of the natural world make the book a must-read for anyone who loves nature and adventure. The large print edition makes the book accessible to readers with visual impairments, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this classic tale of friendship and exploration.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1909. Scottish-born American naturalist and writer who devoted much of his life to saving the natural beauties of the West from destruction by commercial exploitation. Stickeen begins: In the summer of 1880 I set out from Fort Wrangel in a canoe to continue the exploration of the icy region of southeastern Alaska, begun in the fall of 1879. After the necessary provisions, blankets, etc., had been collected and stowed away, and my Indian crew were in their places ready to start, while a crowd of their relatives and friends on the wharf were bidding them good-by and good-luck, my companion, the Rev. S.H. Young, for whom we were waiting, at last came aboard, followed by a little black dog, that immediately made himself at home by curling up in a hollow among the baggage. I like dogs, but this one seemed so small and worthless that I objected to his going, and asked the missionary why he was taking him. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.