Q: What is the author's viewpoint or perspective?
A: The authors perspective he feels that the storm is not damaging, that the winds are soft to him, I don't think the forest needs the storm because the wind can destroy the trees. Muir feels that the wind and the storm together make beautiful sounds.
Q: What is the tone of the text?
A: Formal
Q: What is the theme of the text?
A: The theme of the text is that nature should be shown love and respect.