Stickeen

Stickeen is a classic adventure book written by John Muir, the renowned naturalist and conservationist. The book tells the story of Muir's journey through the Alaskan wilderness with a small dog named Stickeen. Muir and Stickeen are forced to cross a treacherous glacier, and the dog's courage and determination in the face of danger leave a lasting impression on Muir. The book is a compelling tale of friendship and the power of nature, and it is filled with vivid descriptions of the Alaskan landscape and its wildlife. Muir's love for the natural world shines through in every page, making Stickeen a must-read for anyone who loves adventure and the outdoors.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.