The Nature of Yosemite
A Visual Journey
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Yosemite Conservancy
Published:28th May '20
Should be back in stock very soon
This beautifully illustrated book showcases Yosemite National Park through stunning photography and insightful essays from various experts, enhancing readers' appreciation for its unique natural wonders and rich history.
The Nature of Yosemite showcases the breathtaking beauty of Yosemite National Park through the lens of photographer Robb Hirsch. This visually stunning book combines striking photography with insightful essays from various experts, offering readers a rich exploration of the park's natural history. Hirsch's work captures the park's unique features, including its majestic granite peaks, glacial valleys, cascading waterfalls, and diverse wildlife, inviting readers to experience the wonder of Yosemite in vivid detail.
In addition to the captivating imagery, the book includes contributions from notable figures in the Sierra Nevada community. Each essay delves into different aspects of the park, covering topics such as the importance of rivers, the geology that shapes the landscape, and the role of art in appreciating nature. These insights deepen the reader's understanding of the intricate relationships within Yosemite's ecosystem, enhancing their connection to this remarkable environment.
Robb Hirsch's passion for Yosemite is evident in every photograph, as he seeks to uncover the “Wow!” factor present in every corner of the park. The Nature of Yosemite not only dazzles with its visual appeal but also inspires a profound appreciation for the natural world. This book serves as both a celebration of Yosemite's beauty and a reminder of the importance of preserving such extraordinary landscapes for future generations.
Los Angeles Times: "Capturing the jaw-dropping splendor California’s crown jewel, the crisp photos and essays in The Nature of Yosemite: A Visual Journey by Robb Hirsch inspires the naturalist in all of us." National Parks Traveler, 12/14/20: Suffering some cabin fever and dreaming of wild and beautiful places like Yosemite National Park? This book by biologist and photographer Robb Hirsch might help relieve the pain just a little. . . . Rob Hirsch had to rise early and stay late to make the marvelous photos in this book. He teaches us new ways to look at the natural world. . . This book gives us a sense of the potentials of this remarkable place, something a lifelong explorer of Yosemite like Hirsch can realize and share with we who can only briefly visit. . . . In such protected places as Yosemite National Park, the nature of nature and the inspiration it provides flows on and, with the inspiration of experiences of this nature, whether we can be there or must imagine it with the help of artists like Hirsch, our lives are enriched. High Country News: "The photos are humbling: Whether a devoted naturalist or a committed city-dweller, the viewer can't help but be moved and inspired by these images." Entertainment Weekly: One of the "The 30 Best Holiday Books of the Year"
ISBN: 9781930238923
Dimensions: 279mm x 279mm x 12mm
Weight: unknown