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Excursions

Author
Henry David Thoreau
Series
Ideas for Life
Language
English
Length
194 pages
ISBN
9781911429197
Published
15 May 2016
Imprint
Adelphi Press
  • nature
  • philosophy
  • transcendentalism
  • environmentalism
  • reflection
  • solitude
  • wilderness
  • conservation
  • mindfulness
  • simplicity

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Description

"Excursions" is a collection of essays by Henry David Thoreau that encapsulates his profound engagement with nature, philosophy, and thought. This anthology takes readers on a journey through the natural landscapes that inspired Thoreau's reflections on human life and our place in the cosmos. From meandering riverbanks to the solemn stillness of woods, "Excursions" offers insights into the importance of connecting with the natural world. Thoreau's lyrical prose and deep observations invite us to find peace and wisdom in the beauty of the Earth, urging us toward a more thoughtful and conscious existence.

Author

Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862) wrote Walden and the essay on civil disobedience. A pond becomes a republic of attention: beans, ice, visitors, and the cost of a life measured in hours. Concord was the address; the argument was larger. Twelve titles here. He walked, measured, refused a tax, and made refusal sound like a method. The sentences still send people outdoors, and into argument. He is easier to quote than to follow.

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