Where I Lived, and What I Lived For
Where I Lived, and What I Lived For
Nonfiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2006
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Poem • Nonfiction
Concord, Massachusetts • 1840s
2006
Adult
16+ years
Super Short Summary
In "Where I Lived, and What I Lived For," a section of Henry David Thoreau's Walden, a person reflects on their experience living in natural surroundings. The narrative emphasizes simplicity, self-sufficiency, and a deeper connection with nature. It encourages readers to question societal norms and embrace a deliberate, meaningful lifestyle focused on essential truths.
Contemplative
Inspirational
Serene
Nostalgic
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Where I Lived, and What I Lived For by Henry David Thoreau is praised for its eloquent exploration of simplicity and connection with nature. Readers appreciate Thoreau's philosophical insights, though some find his ideas idealistic and his prose dense. Overall, the work is celebrated for its thought-provoking reflections on intentional living.
Who Should Read Where I Lived, and What I Lived For?
A reader intrigued by nature, simplicity, and philosophy would enjoy Where I Lived, and What I Lived For by Thoreau. Fans of introspective and nature-focused works, such as Emerson's essays or Leopold's A Sand County Almanac, will appreciate Thoreau's reflections on minimalist living and self-discovery.
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Poem • Nonfiction
Concord, Massachusetts • 1840s
2006
Adult
16+ years
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