Journal 02, 1850-September 15, 1851 by Henry David Thoreau
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About this eBook
| Author | Thoreau, Henry David, 1817-1862 |
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| Editor | Torrey, Bradford, 1843-1912 |
| Title |
Journal 02, 1850-September 15, 1851 The Writings of Henry David Thoreau, Volume 08 (of 20) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Journal 02, 1850-September 15, 1851" by Henry David Thoreau is a philosophical journal written in the mid-19th century. This collection of writings compiles Thoreau's reflections on nature, society, and his personal experiences during a significant period of his life. The text explores various themes, including spirituality, the natural world, and the human condition, all woven into Thoreau’s contemplative observations of everyday life. The opening of the journal delves into Thoreau's thoughts on religion, contrasting the serene and philosophical nature of Hindu beliefs with the more emotive aspects of Hebrew faith. He emphasizes the importance of purity and simplicity in spiritual practice, advocating for individual experience over institutionalized religion. Additionally, Thoreau observes his immediate surroundings with keen detail, noting the significance of natural elements and local landmarks, as well as commenting on broader societal issues. His musings reflect an intimate connection to the landscape of Concord, Massachusetts, blending personal anecdotes with profound philosophical insights as he navigates through both nature and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Thoreau, Henry David, 1817-1862 -- Diaries |
| Subject | Authors, American -- 19th century -- Diaries |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59031 |
| Release Date | Mar 8, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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