Donald Worster

Alasdair sits down with Donald Worster, historian and author, to discuss the life and times of John Muir 00:00 Introduction to Donald Worcester 00:30 Why do John Muir's ideas about wild places, exploration, and our connection to nature still matter today? 01:02 Donald Worcester's Background 03:53 Worcester's Interest in John Muir 05:47 What brought John Muir to your attention years ago? 08:25 Muir's Personality and Growth 15:26 Impact of National Parks and Muir's Vision 24:05 Muir's Relationships and Leadership 29:44 Recommended Readings on Nature