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The University of the Pacific curates and shares the largest collection of Muir's writings in the world. This is an excellent place to read from his essays, journals, and correspondence to decide for yourself the meaning of his words. Here is a selection of his work with some interpretation. His entire collection is available for research on-site or online.

  • The Grand Canyon

    The Grand Canyon

  • Saving Hetch Hetchy Valley

    Saving Hetch Hetchy Valley

  • Honorary Degrees

    Honorary Degrees

  • American Southerners in Brazil, 1911

    American Southerners in Brazil, 1911