| Author |
Thoreau, Henry David, 1817-1862 |
| Editor |
Johnson, Clifton, 1865-1940 |
| Illustrator |
Hammell, Will, 1888-1963 |
| LoC No. |
16011058
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| Title |
Canoeing in the wilderness
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Canoeing in the Wilderness" by Henry David Thoreau is a meticulous travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The book documents Thoreau's canoeing journey through the Maine woods, capturing his deep appreciation for nature while exploring themes such as simplicity, solitude, and the relationship between humanity and the environment. The narrative is enriched by his interactions with nature and his Indian guide, which serve to highlight both the beauty and the challenges of wilderness exploration. The opening of the book introduces Thoreau as he embarks on his third excursion into the Maine woods, accompanied by a companion and later an Indian guide named Joseph Polis. Thoreau describes the preparations for the journey, including interactions with locals and the procurement of supplies. In vivid detail, he recounts their launch from Moosehead Lake, their encounters with various wildlife, and his observations of the surrounding natural beauty. As they travel, the dynamics between the seasoned guide and Thoreau's philosophical insights begin to unfold, setting the stage for a tale that intertwines canoeing adventure with profound reflections on life in the wild. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F001: United States local history: New England
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| Subject |
Canoes and canoeing
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| Subject |
Maine -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Piscataquis County (Me.) -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34990 |
| Release Date |
Jan 17, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 10, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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