Where I Lived, and What I Lived For (Penguin Great Ideas)
by Henry David Thoreau
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Read in December, 2007
Bought this book on a whim at the Strand book store here in NYC. I had never read Thoreau before and decided it was past time to get a taste. I would suggest it to anyone wanting a brief look at his writings.
Contained are exerpts from "Walden" and "Civil Disobedience". Having read and embraced some Stoic philosphy and being an avid outdoor enthusiast, this book captivated me. Thoreau speaks directly across the ages asking the reader what is truly important in their ...more
Contained are exerpts from "Walden" and "Civil Disobedience". Having read and embraced some Stoic philosphy and being an avid outdoor enthusiast, this book captivated me. Thoreau speaks directly across the ages asking the reader what is truly important in their ...more
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Don't be fooled by the size of this tiny (112 pg.) paperback. It will kick you in the ass with ideologies, and possibly make you a very disagreeable/opinionated person. A definite companion for exile.
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Read in January, 2008
Short, just the heaviest guts of "Walden." The bits most quoted, I suppose. It fit nicely in my pocket.
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Read in January, 2006
he is interesting and witty. enjoyed him although i don't agree with all his philosophies.
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