Walking

Auteurs

• Henry David Thoreau

Paramètres

• 108 pages
• 4 heures de lecture

• Cartes et voyages
• Nature, Animaux
• Nonfiction
• Philosophie
• Tourisme / Voyage

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Emphasizing the connection between humanity and nature, Thoreau advocates for the concept of sauntering as a profound form of walking that transcends mere idleness. He contrasts the genuine saunterer, who seeks freedom and wildness, with those confined to societal norms. Through historical and etymological explorations, he defines sauntering as a spiritual journey, akin to a crusade, where each walk becomes an opportunity to reclaim a personal "Holy Land." Thoreau's reflections celebrate nature's beauty and the transformative power of wandering.

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• Année de publication: 2008