# Charles S. Olcott — My First Summer in the Sierra character guide

> Charles S. Olcott in My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0013-list-of-illustrations

## Who they are

A person referenced in the book, possibly a friend or correspondent.

## Relationships

### [John Muir](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/my_first_summer_in_the_sierra_se/characters/john_muir)

_friendship_

Charles S. Olcott and John Muir are friends or fellow naturalists, sharing a mutual interest in the Sierra.

## In the story

### [A Strange Experience](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/my_first_summer_in_the_sierra_se/chapters/vii-a-strange-experience)

Mentioned as General Alvord; travels with Professor Butler and is astonished by Muir's telepathic arrival.

### [List of Illustrations](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/my_first_summer_in_the_sierra_se/chapters/list-of-illustrations)

Photographer credited for several photographs including Yosemite Falls, North Dome, Washington Column, Half Dome, Vernal Falls, The Happy Isles, and The Three Brothers.

## Links

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