Answer:
Muir's writing is formal and academic. He describes the intention of his trip and his botany studies. He uses the word lonely - this would usually be something negative, but Muir makes it a good thing - being alone in the swamp with all the beautiful flowers..
He describes a sense of awe and he is exhilarated to keep going
naturalist
romantic
personification
Explanation:
nature gives him peace
he is so happy in the swamp and has no other care on his mind
he has a positive relationship with nature
nature makes him happy
he has a sense of freedom
connotation has an effect on the reader
He is inviting the reader to come with him on his journey
