Henry David Thoreau

American Icons: ‘Walden’

Why do we still read a book about a cranky guy who lived in the woods?

American Icons: ‘Walden’
botanist

Spring's early arrival is a troubling indicator of climate change

Spring's early arrival is a troubling indicator of climate change
Robert "RZA" Diggs is the founder of the Wu Tang Clan. He wrote "The Tao of Wu" in 2009, which made the New York Times best-seller list.

From the Jesuits to Ronald Reagan to RZA, the worldwide appeal of Daoism endures

From the Jesuits to Ronald Reagan to RZA, the worldwide appeal of Daoism endures

Author Looks to Thoreau for Balance

Author Looks to Thoreau for Balance

Walden by Haiku

Walden by Haiku

'Walden by Haiku'

West meets East in a new book that rewrites Thoreau’s classic work in haiku form, reviving the glorious imagery of "Walden."

'Walden by Haiku'
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Thoreau in the 'Burbs

What would Henry David Thoreau have written if he had a wife, three kids, and lived in the suburbs?

Thoreau in the 'Burbs
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Channeling Thoreau

A walk in the woods and a thousand whirling maple seeds inspire writer Tom Montgomery-Fate to delve further into the words of "Walden."

Channeling Thoreau
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Modern Thoreau

Modern Thoreau
The World

Thoreauvian Peace & Quiet

Thoreauvian Peace & Quiet