Books by Henry David Thoreau

Anti-Slavery and Reform Papers (1890)

by Henry David Thoreau

Anti-slavery author and literature on Slavery and Reform. See More

Citizen Thoreau: Walden, Civil Disobedience, Life Without Principle, Slavery in Massachusetts, A Plea for Captain John Brown

by Henry David Thoreau

(2 reviews)

This set of timeless essays from the quintessential American shares his valuable philosophies on nature, solitude, slavery, religion, politics, fulfilling work, civil responsibilities, and more. WALDEN, Thoreau's beloved and... See More

The Wisdom of Thoreau

by Henry David Thoreau

(6 reviews)

A collection of wise words on solitude, simplicity, nature, and life at Walden from the leader of the transcendentalist movement. In excerpts collected here from his most important works, Henry David Thoreau documents his... See More

Walden and Civil Disobedience (Mint Editions (The Natural World))

by Henry David Thoreau

(4 reviews)

In 1857 Henry David Thoreau moved to a small cabin in the woods near Walden Pond where he lived as a recluse from society for just over two years. In his time of self-prescribed isolation, Thoreau recorded his daily routine... See More

The Correspondence of Henry D. Thoreau: Volume 2: 1849-1856 (Writings of Henry D. Thoreau Book 28)

by Henry David Thoreau

(3 reviews)

This is the second volume in the first full-scale scholarly edition of Thoreau's correspondence in more than half a century. When completed, the edition's three volumes will include every extant letter written or received by... See More

The Daily Henry David Thoreau: A Year of Quotes from the Man Who Lived in Season

by Henry David Thoreau

(71 reviews)

"The sage of Walden Pond is himself in the mix with a quote-a-day compendium from Thoreau biographer Laura Dassow Walls of some of his best observations." -- Wall Street Journal "Live in each season as it passes; breathe... See More

The Maine Woods: "The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation."

by Henry David Thoreau

(160 reviews)

Henry David Thoreau was born on July 12th, 1817 on Virginia Road in Concord, Massachusetts. Thoreau studied at Harvard between 1833 and 1837 taking classes in rhetoric, classics, philosophy, mathematics, and science. On... See More

Cape Cod

by Henry David Thoreau

(25 reviews)

Originally published in 1865, Henry David Thoreau's Cape Cod is a wonderfully written, surprisingly funny account of nineteenth-century life on the Cape well before it became a major tourist attraction. To this day, many... See More

Transcendentalism: Essential Essays of Emerson & Thoreau

by Henry David Thoreau

(51 reviews)

This Prestwick House Literary Touchstone Edition includes a glossaryand notes to help the modern reader appreciate details that may otherwisebe confusing or overlooked.Funny, fascinating, irritating, andimpossible to ignore... See More

Excursions and Poems

by Henry David Thoreau

(3 reviews)

Embark on a journey of exploration and introspection with "Excursions and Poems" by Henry David Thoreau. Delve into the beauty of nature and the depths of the human soul as Thoreau invites readers to wander through the pages... See More

Canoeing in the Wilderness (Ideas for Life)

by Henry David Thoreau

(196 reviews)

"Canoeing in the Wilderness" chronicles Henry David Thoreau's captivating journey into the serene and unspoiled regions of Maine's forests and waterways. With his keen observation and profound appreciation for the natural... See More

Excursions (Ideas for Life)

by Henry David Thoreau

(64 reviews)

"Excursions" is a collection of essays by Henry David Thoreau that encapsulates his profound engagement with nature, philosophy, and thought. This anthology takes readers on a journey through the natural landscapes that... See More

Walden and Civil Disobedience (Ideas for Life)

by Henry David Thoreau

(498 reviews)

"Walden and Civil Disobedience," by Henry David Thoreau, encapsulates the author's experiments in self-reliance and his reflections on a society bound by unnecessary laws and institutions. "Walden" is a vivid account of... See More

Wild Apples (Ideas for Life)

by Henry David Thoreau

(140 reviews)

In "Wild Apples," Henry David Thoreau delves into the history, symbolism, and beauty of this humble fruit, tracing its journey from ancient times to its untamed presence in the American wilderness. Thoreau's essay is more... See More

Walking (Annotated)

by Henry David Thoreau

(24 reviews)

In Walking, Henry David Thoreau talks about the importance of nature to mankind, and how people cannot survive without nature, physically, mentally, and spiritually, yet we seem to be spending more and more time entrenched... See More

Thoreau’s Country: Journey through a Transformed Landscape

by David R. Foster

(3 reviews)

In 1977 David Foster took to the woods of New England to build a cabin with his own hands. Along with a few tools he brought a copy of the journals of Henry David Thoreau. Foster was struck by how different the forested... See More

Wild Apples

by Henry David Thoreau

(140 reviews)

"Wild Apples" is a fascinating and wonderfully-written essay concerning the history and variations of wild apple species by American naturalist Henry David Thoreau. One of Thoreau's major essays, "Wild Apples" perfectly... See More

The Maine Woods: Henry David Thoreau's Reflections on Nature and Wilderness

by Henry David Thoreau

(114 reviews)

The Maine Woods by Henry David Thoreau: The Maine Woods is a travelogue by Henry David Thoreau that documents his expeditions and observations in the wilderness of Maine. Thoreau's lyrical prose transports readers to the... See More

Resistance to Civil Government: Henry David Thoreau's Call for Justice and Conscience

by Henry David Thoreau

(4 reviews)

Resistance to Civil Government, called Civil Disobedience for short, is an essay by American transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau that was first published in 1849. In it, Thoreau argues that individuals should not permit... See More

Canoeing in the Wilderness: Henry David Thoreau's Account of his Canoeing Adventures

by Henry David Thoreau

(196 reviews)

Canoeing in the Wilderness by Henry David Thoreau: Canoeing in the Wilderness is a collection of essays by Henry David Thoreau that chronicles his experiences and reflections during his canoe trips in the wilderness of... See More

Excursions: Henry David Thoreau's Nature Walks and Meditations

by Henry David Thoreau

(64 reviews)

Embark on a Nature-Filled Journey with Henry David Thoreau's 'Excursions: Nature Walks and Meditations' Step into the serene world of Henry David Thoreau with his profound collection, 'Excursions: Nature Walks and... See More

Walden and Other Writings (Modern Library)

by Henry David Thoreau

(119 reviews)

Henry David Thoreau's vision of personal freedom is indelibly etched on the American consciousness. 'We need the tonic of wildness,' Thoreau wrote in Walden, and by turning his back on town amenities to build a house on... See More

Selected Stories of Henry David Thoreau by Henry David Thoreau

by Henry David Thoreau

Selected Stories of Henry David Thoreau by Henry David Thoreau: A captivating collection of Thoreau's most cherished essays and stories, showcasing his deep reverence for nature, individualism, and introspection. From... See More

Uncommon Learning: Henry David Thoreau on Education (Spirit of Thoreau)

by Henry David Thoreau

(3 reviews)

"It is only when we forget our learning that we begin to know," Thoreau wrote. Ideas about education permeate Thoreau's writing. Uncommon Learning brings those ideas together in a single volume for the first time. See More

A Plea for Captain John Brown - Read to the citizens of Concord, Massachusetts on Sunday evening, October thirtieth, eighteen fifty-nine

by Henry David Thoreau

(46 reviews)

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... See More

Civil Disobedience (Dover Thrift Editions)

by Henry David Thoreau

(471 reviews)

Thoreau advocates for nonviolent protest in his classic manifesto Motivated by his disgust with the US government, Henry David Thoreau's seminal philosophical essay enjoins individuals to stand against the ruling forces... See More

Walden: Or Life in the Woods

by Henry David Thoreau

(6,505 reviews)

Walden is one of the best-known non-fiction books ever written by an American. It details Thoreau's sojourn in a cabin near Walden Pond, amidst woodland owned by his friend and mentor Ralph Waldo Emerson. Walden was written... See More

Delphi Complete Works of Henry David Thoreau (Illustrated)

by Henry David Thoreau

(44 reviews)

For over a hundred and fifty years, the essays, poetry and journals of the leading transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau have won the admiration of readers, due to the author's natural observation, symbolic meanings, poetic... See More

A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers

by Henry David Thoreau

(48 reviews)

First published in 1849, "A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers" is an account the author's boat trip from Concord, Massachusetts to Concord, New Hampshire in 1839. Thoreau was accompanied by his brother, John, who died... See More

A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers

by Henry David Thoreau

(48 reviews)

This is a reproduction of a classic text optimised for kindle devices. We have endeavoured to create this version as close to the original artefact as possible. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with... See More