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by William Ellery Channing (Author), F. B. Sanborn (Editor)
Thoreau, The Poet-Naturalist is a book that explores the life and work of Henry David Thoreau, a 19th-century American writer and philosopher who is best known for his book Walden. This book is written by William Ellery Channing, who was a friend of Thoreau's and a fellow writer.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Thoreau's life and work. The first section provides an overview of Thoreau's life, including his childhood, education, and early career as a writer. The second section focuses on Thoreau's philosophy of nature, which was a central theme in his writing. The third section explores Thoreau's literary style and his use of language.The book also includes a collection of memorial verses written by Channing in honor of Thoreau, who died in 1862. These verses reflect on Thoreau's life and work and serve as a tribute to his legacy.Overall, Thoreau, The Poet-Naturalist provides a comprehensive look at the life and work of one of America's most influential writers and thinkers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, philosophy, or the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
