Images of America - Yosemite Valley 12% Royalty and day-by-day narratives woven through

and day-by-day narratives woven through his correspondences

stokes the adventurous spirit

and stunning panoramic views of granite peaks

The Yosemite National Park Map shows complete coverage of the entire national park

John Muir's appeal to modern readers is that he not only explored the American West but also fought for its preservation

Images of America - Yosemite Valley 12% Royalty and day-by-day narratives woven throughA natural wonder hewn by glaciers from the granite slopes of the western Sierra Nevada, Yosemite Valley reveals the power and beauty of nature's hand. Here, in the sublime "Incomparable Valley" of naturalist John Muir, alpine forests frame the legendary sites of Half Dome, El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, Yosemite Falls, and other massive stone clefts. These marvels of rock and water have inspired writers, artists, and photographers ever since the