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The more I see of deer, the more I admire them as mountaineers. They make their way into the heart of the roughest solitudes with smooth reserve of strength, through dense belts of brush and forest encumbered with fallen trees and boulder piles, across canons, roaring streams, and snow-fields, ever showing forth beauty and courage.

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This quote by John Muir highlights the admiration he holds for deer, particularly in their ability to navigate and thrive in the rugged and challenging landscapes of the mountains. Muir describes their strength, resilience, and grace as they traverse through various obstacles like dense vegetation, fallen trees, rocky terrains, roaring streams, and snowy fields. He emphasizes the beauty and courage displayed by the deer in such harsh environments.
Quote by John Muir
Environmentalist, American
John Muir was an American environmental activist and author.
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