Comedy and Conscience After the Restoration
- 312 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Joseph Wood Krutch Book order (chronological)
Joseph Wood Krutch was an American writer and critic, celebrated for his works on ecology and the natural environment of the desert Southwest. His writings often delve into ecological concerns, the history of desert landscapes, and their natural chronicles. Krutch's style is marked by profound observation and a passionate advocacy for conservation. His prose invites readers to contemplate our relationship with the natural world and to appreciate its delicate beauty.
Mod Lib Walden And Other Writings
- 802 pages
- 29 hours of reading
Introduction by Ralph Waldo Emerson Commentary by Van Wyck Brooks and E. B. White Naturalist, philosopher, champion of self-reliance and moral independence, Henry David Thoreau remains not only one of our most influential writers but also one of our most contemporary. This unique and comprehensive edition gathers all of Thoreau’s most significant works, including his masterpiece, Walden (reproduced in its entirety); A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers; selections from Cape Cod and The Maine Woods; as well as “Walking,” “Civil Disobedience,” “Slavery in Massachusetts,” “A Plea for Captain John Brown,” and “Life Without Principle.” Taken together, they reveal the astounding range, subtlety, artistry, and depth of thought of this true American original. Includes a Modern Library Reading Group Guide