Walden; or, Life in the Woods by Henry David Thoreau: A Study Guide

Need help understanding the ideas and themes interwoven in this text? Walden; or, Life in the Woods requires careful, thoughtful reading. It describes how one man discovers his true relationship with the natural environment and in so doing directly experiences the divine. It will encourage the reader to explore his/her own priorities in life and discover the true meaning of spirituality. Includes: – Introduction; – List of characters with detailed notes; – Detailed analysis of philosophical background, themes, genre, narrative voice, etc.; – Each chapter, or section of a chapter, has a detailed summary, an analytical commentary and guiding questions; – Glossary of relevant literary terms; – Suggestions on how to use the questions to promote discussions and presentations in class or reading circles.