Suitable for children from 8 to 12 years of age, the story follows the life of John Muir from age 8 to age 42. John Muir was an important figure in the field of conservation, founder of the Sierra Club, and advisor to presidents in protecting western lands from over-development. He was a deeply spiritual man, who felt strongly about caring for plants and animals. He serves as a model of one who lived life free from fears and limitations. He found beauty even in such disasters of nature as winter storms and earthquakes. John wrote many articles and books to tell people about the wonders of the western wilderness. He wrote that everyone must be responsible for saving this beauty. He told people that the forests were not created just for mans use. For twenty-four years, John spoke for the forests.