Of Friendship: An Essay From A Week On The Concord And Merrimack Rivers (1901)

By Henry David Thoreau

Book Overview

Of Friendship: An Essay From A Week On The Concord And Merrimack Rivers is a book written by renowned American author and philosopher, Henry David Thoreau. The book was originally published in 1901 and is a part of Thoreau's larger work, A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers.The essay explores the theme of friendship and its significance in our lives. Thoreau reflects on his own experiences with friendship and shares his thoughts on the subject. He argues that true friendship is based on mutual respect, trust, and understanding.Thoreau draws inspiration from his travels along the Concord and Merrimack Rivers, where he spent time with his brother, John. He reflects on the bond between siblings and the importance of familial relationships. He also discusses the role of nature in fostering friendships and the benefits of spending time in solitude.The book is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the nature of friendship and its importance in our lives. Thoreau's writing is poetic and philosophical, and his ideas continue to resonate with readers today. Of Friendship: An Essay From A Week On The Concord And Merrimack Rivers is a must-read for anyone interested in the subject of friendship and its role in our lives.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165470330
• ISBN13: 9781165470334
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"