“And into the forest I go, to lose myself and find my soul”. This inspirational and moving quote, and others like it by John Muir, have regained popularity in the last year. As scores of people longed to escape the confines of their city and town dwellings during COVID, these words resonate deeply. They speak of the possibility of not only reconnecting with nature, but also one’s self. But who was John Muir, who spoke so eloquently of the natural world? How has he inspired so many to rediscover themselves now, such a long time after his death?   Read my short bio of the man behind the words, who lived a rich and varied life.    He was...

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