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E Server: The Thoreau Reader: Thoreau Chronology
This resource offers a detailed chronology of Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862 CE). Give information on his life, writings, and lectures.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Literatura De Los Estados Unidos
Wikipedia overview in Spanish of American literature from its roots to contemporary authors and themes. This entry is a broad sweep -- no era is covered in depth but it's a helpful "big picture" view for Spanish-speaking students, with...
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: On the Duty of Civil Disobedience by Henry David Thoreau
Motivated by his disgust with slavery, Henry David Thoreau wrote the essay "On the Duty of Civil Disobedience". He argues that governments are an agent of corruption and citizens should not let them overrule their conscience. Read the...
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Classic Reader: Walden by Henry David Thoreau
Read the full text of "Walden" by Henry David Thoreau that argues for living a simple life in natural surroundings.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Walking by Henry David Thoreau
Read the full text of "Walking" by Henry David Thoreau that espouses the benefits of nature to mankind.
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E Server: The Thoreau Reader: Thoreau: Genius Ignored
An in-depth biography of Henry David Thoreau. Includes information on nearly every known period of his life, including his life at Walden and his essays and writings.
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Walden Woods Project: World Wide Waldens: Activity Guide: Read Thoreau
Excerpts from Walden, with suggested discussion questions and journaling prompts.
Morning Earth
Morning Earth: Henry David Thoreau
A brief biography, photos of the writer, and excerpts from Thoreau's journals are featured in this concise, yet informative sit.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Henry David Thoreau
This brief article on writer Henry David Thoreau, the author of "Civil Disobedience," includes quotes and "related links" for further reading.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Slavery in Massachutes by Henry David Thoreau
"Slavery in Massachutes" by Henry David Thoreau is based on a speech he gave at an anti-slavery rally in 1854. Read the full text on this site.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Henry David Thoreau
American writer Henry David Thoreau.
Curated OER
Present at the Creation: Thoreau's Walden: Henry David Thoreau
Portrait of Henry David Thoreau.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Henry David Thoreau
Henry David Thoreau (born David Henry Thoreau; July 12, 1817 - May 6, 1862) was an American author, naturalist, transcendentalist, tax resister, development critic, sage writer and philosopher. He is best known for his book Walden, a...