Familiar Letters by Henry David Thoreau

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Author Thoreau, Henry David, 1817-1862
Editor Sanborn, F. B. (Franklin Benjamin), 1831-1917
Title Familiar Letters
The Writings of Henry David Thoreau, Volume 06 (of 20)
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Summary "Familiar Letters" by Henry David Thoreau is a collection of personal correspondence written in the mid-19th century. This work provides an intimate glimpse into Thoreau's thoughts and relationships with his family and contemporaries, particularly focusing on his connections to nature, philosophy, and the social issues of his time. The letters reveal Thoreau's character as a thinker, teacher, and poet who was deeply engaged with his immediate environment and broader existential questions. At the start of the volume, we are introduced to Thoreau's early life and his formative years in Concord. The opening letters are addressed to his siblings, highlighting his experiences and observations as a young man. Thoreau reflects on themes of individuality, freedom of thought, and the importance of experiencing nature. In these initial correspondences, he conveys his characteristic wit and moral reflections, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of his philosophies and the influences he drew upon throughout his life. The letters not only serve as a personal narrative but also illustrate Thoreau's evolving perspectives on life, society, and the human connection to the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Authors, American -- 19th century -- Correspondence
Subject Thoreau, Henry David, 1817-1862 -- Correspondence
Subject Intellectuals -- United States -- Correspondence
Subject Naturalists -- United States -- Correspondence
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EBook-No. 43523
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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