Relaxation Rewind! A Thousand Mile Walk to the Gulf, by John Muir, Part 1
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Mears' Journey to the South
Mears' love of nature was so largely a part of his religion that he naturally chose biblical phraseology when he sought a vehicle for his feelings. No prophet of old could have taken his call more seriously or have entered upon his mission more fervently. During the long days of his confinement in a dark room he had opportunity for much reflection. He concluded that life was too brief and uncertain and time too precious to waste on belts and saws. Some autobiographical notes found among his papers furnish interesting additional details about the period between his release from the dark room and his departure for the south.
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