The Greatest Essays of Henry David Thoreau - 26 Influential Titles in One Edition (eBook)

Civil Disobedience, Slavery in Massachusetts, Life Without Principle, Walking, Sir Walter Raleigh…

Henry David Thoreau (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2017
419 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
978-80-272-2478-4 (ISBN)

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Henry David Thoreau's collection of essays, titled 'The Greatest Essays of Henry David Thoreau - 26 Influential Titles in One Edition', encapsulates the essence of Transcendentalism with its thought-provoking exploration of nature, self-reliance, and civil disobedience. Thoreau's literary style is both eloquent and introspective, drawing on his experiences living a simple life in nature at Walden Pond. This collection serves as a crucial addition to the American literary canon, inspiring readers to reconnect with the natural world and challenge societal norms. Thoreau's essays are characterized by their profound insights and timeless relevance, making them a must-read for anyone interested in environmental philosophy and individualism. Henry David Thoreau, a renowned philosopher and naturalist, wrote these essays as a reflection of his deep connection to nature and his critique of modern society. His experiences living deliberately in the woods shaped his philosophical beliefs and inspired his advocacy for simplicity and self-reliance. Thoreau's works continue to resonate with readers today, offering timeless wisdom and encouragement to live authentically and in harmony with the natural world. I highly recommend 'The Greatest Essays of Henry David Thoreau' to readers who appreciate philosophical reflections on nature, individualism, and social change. Thoreau's eloquent prose and profound insights make this collection a classic in American literature, inviting readers to contemplate their own relationship with the world around them.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.10.2017
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Spezielle Soziologien
• Schlagworte: American abolitionist • American historical figures • American naturalist • American Revolution • American Transcendentalism • Civil disobedience • Concord Lyceum • Eckhart Tolle • Hemingway • historical essays • John Locke • John Muir • Leviathan • nature reflections • philosophical essays • Ralph Waldo Emerson • The Social Contract • The Wealth of Nations • Thomas Paine • Transcendentalist philosophy
• ISBN-10: 80-272-2478-0 / 8027224780
• ISBN-13: 978-80-272-2478-4 / 9788027224784