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Henry David Thoreau's exploration of Maine's forests reveals his profound connection to untamed nature, particularly on Mount Katahdin, which he describes as a pristine creation of God. The narrative not only delves into the natural landscape but also highlights Thoreau's interactions with the Penobscot tribe, showcasing his efforts to learn their language and customs. Through vivid descriptions of the wilderness, Thoreau captures the essence of Maine's environment, enriched by the unique terminology of the Abenaki language. This edition includes a foreword by Thoreau scholar Richard Francis Fleck.
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The Maine Woods, Henry David Thoreau
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- Title
- The Maine Woods
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Henry David Thoreau
- Publisher
- WestWinds Press
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 246
- ISBN13
- 9780882409597
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Maps & Travel, True Stories, Biographies, Nature, Travel, Philosophical Topics, Autobiographies & Memoirs, Travelogues, American Literature, Forests, Man and Nature, New England, Natural Science Essays
- First published
- 1864
- Original title
- The Maine Woods
- Rating
- 3.85 out of 5
- Description
- Henry David Thoreau's exploration of Maine's forests reveals his profound connection to untamed nature, particularly on Mount Katahdin, which he describes as a pristine creation of God. The narrative not only delves into the natural landscape but also highlights Thoreau's interactions with the Penobscot tribe, showcasing his efforts to learn their language and customs. Through vivid descriptions of the wilderness, Thoreau captures the essence of Maine's environment, enriched by the unique terminology of the Abenaki language. This edition includes a foreword by Thoreau scholar Richard Francis Fleck.