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I’ve been listening to this book for a month, and I’ve wavered widely between loving it and hating it. Parts of it, the parts about simplicity and ecology, are deep and profound. Parts of it, the parts where Thoreau explores nature, are lyrical. Parts of it, the parts where the author throws out cultural stereotypes of his time, are disappointing. Parts of it, the parts where the author goes on and on and in which one wishes Thoreau had followed his own advice about brevity and simplicity, are e
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An interesting experiment with conclusions which are still holding true after such a long time since it was conducted. And no wonder there are more and more people looking for seclusion from society and abandoning the benefits of civilization. An idea which is dear to me as well, although I believe I will never apply it.
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