Henry David Thoreau

American essayist

Henry David Thoreau (July 12, 1817 – May 6, 1862) was an American essayist, poet, and philosopher. A leading transcendentalist, he is best known for his book Walden, a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings, and his essay "Civil Disobedience" (originally published as "Resistance to Civil Government"), an argument for disobedience to an unjust state.

2 Quotes by Henry David Thoreau

"A man cannot be said to succeed in this life who does not satisfy one friend."
"The most I can do for my friend is simply be his friend."

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