On the Duty of Civil Disobedience - Softcover

Thoreau, Henry David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1473335574 ISBN 13: 9781473335578

Verlag: A Thousand Fields, 2017

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First published in 1849, “On the Duty of Civil Disobedience” is an essay by American transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau. Within it, he presents the argument that people should not allow governments to supplant their consciences, and that everyone has an important duty to avoid being pawns for injustice. A fascinating and timeless essay, “On the Duty of Civil Disobedience” is highly recommended for modern readers with an interest in civil disobedience, and it is not to be missed by fans and collectors of Thoreau's seminal work. Henry David Thoreau (1817 – 1862) was an American poet, philosopher, essayist, abolitionist, naturalist, development critic, and historian. He was also a leading figure in Transcendentalism, and is best known for his book “Walden”, a treatise on simple living in a natural environment. Other notable works by this author include: “The Landlord” (1843), “Reform and the Reformers” (1846–48), and “Slavery in Massachusetts” (1854). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

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Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862) was an American philosopher, naturalist, and writer, best known for his book Walden, a reflection on simple living in natural surroundings, and his essay "Civil Disobedience," which argues for individual resistance to civil government in moral opposition to an unjust state. Born in Concord, Massachusetts, Thoreau studied at Harvard University, where he developed interests in literature, philosophy, and the natural world. Upon his return to Concord, he became associated with the Transcendentalist movement, engaging with influential figures like Ralph Waldo Emerson, who became his mentor and lifelong friend. Emerson's ideas on individualism and nature deeply influenced Thoreau's work.Thoreau's experiment in simple living began in 1845 when he built a small cabin on Emerson's land by Walden Pond. For two years, he lived there, observing nature, cultivating self-sufficiency, and reflecting on the human condition, experiences he later chronicled in Walden. This work, published in 1854, explores themes of self-reliance, spirituality, and the philosophy of natural living, becoming a seminal text in both environmental literature and American thought. Thoreau's advocacy for living with purpose, minimalism, and a connection to nature has left a lasting influence on generations of readers.In his later years, Thoreau continued to write on a wide range of topics, including history, philosophy, and abolitionism. His commitment to social justice was further demonstrated in "Civil Disobedience," written after his brief imprisonment for refusing to pay taxes in protest against slavery and the Mexican-American War. This essay inspired future activists worldwide, including Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr., in their struggles for civil rights. Although Thoreau died relatively young from tuberculosis, his works continue to inspire discussions on individualism, ecological consciousness, and the pursuit of a meaningful life.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: A Thousand Fields
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2017
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1473335574
• ISBN 13: 9781473335578
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 30
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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