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John Muir national historic site

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Mechanics' Institute Library in San Francisco

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I’m Lauren and I’m so happy you’re here. Bookish Tourist is a bookworm’s guide to literary focused travel. I hope you find these guides and articles helpful for your next literary adventure.

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