Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Henry David Thoreau, written by Henry S. Salt and originally published in 1896, is a comprehensive biography of the famous American author, philosopher, and naturalist. Thoreau is best known for his book Walden, which chronicles his two-year stay in a cabin in the woods near Walden Pond in Massachusetts. However, Thoreau's life and work extended beyond this famous period.Salt's biography covers Thoreau's life from his birth in 1817 until his death in 1862. The book explores Thoreau's childhood, education, and early career as a teacher and writer. It also delves into his personal relationships, including his close friendship with fellow transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson.The biography provides detailed accounts of Thoreau's travels, including his trips to Canada and his journey to Minnesota to study the natural history of the region. Salt also explores Thoreau's political beliefs, including his opposition to slavery and his support for the abolitionist movement.Throughout the book, Salt examines Thoreau's philosophy of life, which emphasized self-reliance, simplicity, and a deep connection to nature. The biography also includes excerpts from Thoreau's writings, providing insight into his thoughts and beliefs.Overall, The Life of Henry David Thoreau is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of America's most influential thinkers and writers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
