Walden, and On The Duty Of Civil Disobedience
Written by Henry David Thoreau
Published by Public Domain
Genre: Philosophical Essay
Audience: Readers interested in philosophy, nature, and social critique
Tone: Reflective
In "Walden, and On The Duty Of Civil Disobedience," Henry David Thoreau reflects on his experiment in simple living at Walden Pond, advocating for self-reliance, deep connections with nature, and individual conscience against societal norms and injustices.
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Summary
In "Walden, and On The Duty Of Civil Disobedience," Henry David Thoreau reflects on his two-year experiment in simple living at Walden Pond, advocating for self-reliance and a deep connection with nature while critiquing societal norms and materialism. He emphasizes the importance of individual conscience and civil disobedience against unjust laws, urging readers to seek authenticity and personal fulfillment amidst the distractions of modern life.
Themes
simple living
individualism
self-reflection
societal critique
civil disobedience
nature vs. industrialization
authenticity
self-sufficiency
