The Life Of Henry David Thoreau: Including Many Essays Hitherto Unpublished And Some Account Of His Family And Friends - Paperback

The book ""The Life of Henry David Thoreau"" by Frank B. Sanborn is a comprehensive biography of the renowned American philosopher, writer, and naturalist. The book includes many essays by Thoreau that were previously unpublished, as well as insights into his family and friends.The author provides a detailed account of Thoreau's life, from his childhood in Concord, Massachusetts, to his time at Harvard University, and his eventual decision to live a simple life in a cabin near Walden Pond. Sanborn explores Thoreau's beliefs and ideologies, including his transcendentalist philosophy and his advocacy for civil disobedience.Through the use of personal letters and journals, Sanborn provides readers with a glimpse into Thoreau's personal life and relationships, including his close friendship with Ralph Waldo Emerson and his complex relationship with his family.Overall, ""The Life of Henry David Thoreau"" is a fascinating and insightful biography that sheds light on the life and works of one of America's most influential thinkers.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.