# Henry David Thoreau
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henry david thoreau (born David Henry Thoreau; July 12, 1817 – May 6, 1862) was an American naturalist, essayist, poet, and philosopher. A leading transcendentalist, he is best known for his book Walden, a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings, and his essay "Civil Disobedience" (originally published as "Resistance to Civil Government"), an argument in favor of citizen disobedience against an unjust state.
Thoreau's books, journals, and poetry amount to more than 20 volumes.
American Gurus with Arthur Versluis
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#318 | Jane Austen, Marcel Proust & 'The Martian' — The Misunderstood History of Self-Publishing
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Annie Dillard (Rebroadcast)
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Host of the INSPIRED MIND, Machel Shull shares random quotes from different philosophical books for fun for her readers. Discover what these Historical Individuals had to say about life:
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Maine Woods-Henry David Thoreau
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Maine Woods-Henry David Thoreau
Maine Woods by Henry David Thoreau invites listeners into a profound exploration of nature and the human spirit, as the author reflects on his experiences in the wilderness of Maine. This timeless work captures Thoreau’s deep appreciation for the natural world and his philosophical musings on simpl…
Fan Favorite: Great American Authors | Louisa May Alcott: The Breadwinner | 2
In 1840, eight-year-old Louisa May Alcott moved to the small town of Concord, Massachusetts with her family. There, she spent her days wandering through the woods, putting on plays with her sisters, and learning from famed writers and philosophers such as Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson…
Great American Authors | Louisa May Alcott: The Breadwinner | 2
In 1840, eight-year-old Louisa May Alcott moved to the small town of Concord, Massachusetts with her family. There, she spent her days wandering through the woods, putting on plays with her sisters, and learning from famed writers and philosophers such as Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson…
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Henry D. Thoreau-Franklin Benjamin Sanborn delves into the life and thoughts of the influential American philosopher and naturalist, Henry David Thoreau, as seen through the eyes of his contemporary, Franklin Benjamin Sanborn. This audiobook offers an intimate portrayal of Thoreau's ideals, explori…
John Macaskill Forum: The Order of St. John
The Forum with John Macaskill Grace Cathedral, San Francisco
For nearly a thousand years, the Order of St. John has carried forward a simple but radical commitment: to care for the sick and vulnerable, regardless of faith, background, or ability to pay. What began in Jerusalem as a hospital for …
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