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150th Anniversary Edition
Series: Writings of Henry D. Thoreau
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Ideal for readers interested in classic American literature, philosophy, environmentalism, and social criticism. It appeals to those who seek personal growth, simplicity, and a deeper connection with nature.
One of the most influential and compelling books in American literature, Walden is a vivid account of the years that Henry D. Thoreau spent alone in a secluded cabin at Walden Pond. This edition--introduced by noted American writer John Updike--celebrates the perennial importance of a classic work, originally published in 1854. Much of Walden's mat
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One of the most influential and compelling books in American literature, Walden is a vivid account of the years that Henry D. Thoreau spent alone in a secluded cabin at Walden Pond. This edition—introduced by noted American writer John Updike—celebrates the perennial importance of a classic work, originally published in 1854.
Much of Walden's material is derived from Thoreau's journals and contains engaging pieces ranging from the lively "Where I Lived, and What I Lived For" and "Brute Neighbours" to the serene "Reading" and "The Pond in the Winter." Other famous sections involve Thoreau's visits with a Canadian woodcutter and with an Irish family, a trip to Concord, and a description of his bean field.
This is the complete and authoritative text of Walden—as close to Thoreau's original intention as all available evidence allows. This is the authoritative text of Walden and the ideal presentation of Thoreau's great document of social criticism and dissent.
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Praised as the ultimate self-help book, Walden encourages readers to embrace their own lives with courage and conviction. Robert D. Richardson highlights its timeless humanity, vitality and humour, while Nancy Szokan notes the insightful introductory essays that frame Thoreau’s enduring impact on American thought. Its practical wisdom on leading a just and free life continues to resonate over 150 years after publication.
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ISBN: 9780691169347
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 22 March 2016
Country: United States
Imprint: Princeton University Press
Edition: Revised edition
Contributors:
- Introduction by John Updike
- Edited by J. Lyndon Shanley
- Introduction by John Updike
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 340g
Pages: 376
About the Author
Henry D. Thoreau(181762) was an American author, naturalist, poet, and philosopher. He wrote many essays and books, including Civil Disobedience, Walking, and The Maine Woods, among others. John Updike (19322009) was a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist, short story writer, and poet.
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