This new selection of Thoreau's essays traces his trajectory as a writer for the outlets of his day--the periodical press, newspapers, and compendiums--and as a frequent presenter on the local lecture circuit. By arranging the writings chronologically, the volume re-creates the...
The book is bilingual and contains 5 of Henry David Thoreau's most famous political essays both in English and Georgian languages: "Civil Disobedience", "Slavery in Massachusetts", "A Plea for Captain John Brown", "Life Without Principle" and "The Last Days of John Brown". This...