Henry David Thoreau

Birth: 1817-07-12 , Wheeler-Minot Farmhouse

Death: 1862-05-06 , Concord

Henry David Thoreau was a towering figure of American transcendentalism, renowned for his profound connection to nature, his incisive social criticism, and his advocacy for civil disobedience. As an author, philosopher, and naturalist, Thoreau challenged societal norms and championed a life of simplicity, self-reliance, and deliberate living. His seminal work, 'Walden,' remains a cornerstone of American literature, inspiring readers to re-examine their relationship with the natural world and with society.

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The vessel, though her masts be firm, Beneath her copper bears a worm.

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