The Changing Range of Light - 9780977687718

When John Muir coined the phrase “Range of Light” in the late 1800s, few people had seen the spectacular Sierra Nevada. Muir's writings provided a window into this magnificent landscape and helped bring attention to the environmental threats facing the region. Partly because of his work, much of the Sierra Nevada is now protected in national parks and wilderness areas. The photography of Ansel Adams also played an important role in the protection of the Sierra, including Kings Canyon National Park. Adams worked tirelessly with the Sierra Club, founded by John Muir, to help our nation appreciate and protect the wonderful natural heritage of the Sierra Nevada. In her second book of photography, The Changing Range of Light, Elizabeth Carmel explores the Range of Light and honors the legacies of Muir and Adams by highlighting current environmental threats to the region. The stunning photographs are accompanied by easy-to-read vignettes from the world's top scientists explaining how the landscapes shown will be affected by climate change. Inspiring quotes and poetry by renowned authors also play an important role in making The Changing Range of Light a celebration of the Sierra Nevada's natural beauty.