Biography of John Muir

Field Information
Full Name John Muir
Date of Birth 21 April 1838
Place of Birth Dunbar, East Lothian, Scotland
Date of Death 24 December 1914
Place of Death Los Angeles, California, United States
Citizenship / Country of Residence Scottish-American
Education University of Wisconsin-Madison (attended)
Profession Naturalist, Writer, Environmental Philosopher, Botanist, Geologist, Explorer
Years of Activity Late 19th Century - Early 20th Century
Brief Information John Muir was a Scottish-born naturalist, author, environmental philosopher, botanist, geologist, and explorer. He was an influential figure in the conservation movement in the United States. His writings and activism were instrumental in the establishment of national parks.