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Brennan, S., ed. 2014. An autobiography of John Muir. New York: Skyhorse.

An autobiography reconstructed from the nonfiction works of Muir. This book conveys the experiences of his childhood in Scotland and Wisconsin, and adventures around the world. 288 pp.

Gifford, T., ed. 1996. John Muir: His life and letters and other writings. Seattle, WA: Mountaineers.

An extensive omnibus that includes two biographies, as well as a large collection of Muir’s own writings about the Sierras (California), Scotland, and Alaska. This book is unique in that it also includes a section of tributes to Muir, written by notable environmental writers. 912 pp.

Holmes, S. J. 1999. Young John Muir: An environmental biography. Madison: Univ. of Wisconsin Press.

An account of John Muir’s relationship with the natural world, as told by one of his most well-known, well-respected biographers. It offers both a unique perspective on Muir’s character, as well as insight into his significant experiences exploring the western United States. 336 pp.

Keithcart, B. 1995. John Muir day study guide. Sacramento: Sierra Club California.

Curriculum exercises for grades K-12 to recognize John Muir Day (April 21) or for year-round use in environmental studies. Topics and themes are tied in by grade level to California State guidelines for the history and science curriculum. Includes classroom activities with all materials required. Available online. 39 pp.

Lasky, K. 2014. John Muir: Candlewick biographies: America’s first environmentalist. Somerville, MA: Candlewick.

A great biography written from Muir’s journal entries with acrylic illustrations by Stan Fellows. This book is for children, ages 8–12, and ideal for use in the grade school curriculum. 56 pp.

Mighetto, L., ed. 1985. Muir among the animals: The wildlife writings of John Muir. San Francisco: Sierra Club.

This anthology focuses on the essays of Muir’s that describe the animals he referred to as his “horizontal brothers.” These essays are spirited tributes that reveal Muir’s interest in wildlife issues.

Teale, E. W. 2001. The wilderness world of John Muir. Boston: Houghton Mifflin.

This anthology of Muir’s writings is held up as the best introduction to his work available to date. It contains a biographical introduction and is interspersed with interpretive comments, which provide a comprehensive overview of Muir’s life and his ideals. This would be a great volume for teaching a college-level course on Muir. 352 pp. Reprinted from a previous version in 1954.

Worster, D. 2008. A passion for nature: The life of John Muir. 1st ed. New York: Oxford Univ. Press.

A powerful biography of Muir’s life. It gives particular attention to the fraught relationship between Muir and his father, his famous journey from Indianapolis to Florida, and adventures around the world, most notably California and Alaska. 544 pp.