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- Language
- English
- Published in
- Publisher
- Dodo Press
- Pages
- 48
- ISBN
- 9781406501759
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2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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1996 • Applewood Books
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2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2019 • Independently Published
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2009 • The Floating Press
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2011 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2000 • Write Together Publishing
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Walking
2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2007 • Arc Manor
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2004 • Kessinger Publishing
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2013 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2014 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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1988 • Ninja Press
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2020 • Lulu.com
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2005 • 1st World Library - Literary Society
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2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2017 • Lulu.com
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2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2020 • Lulu.com
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2004 • 1st World Library - Literary Society
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2018 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2013 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2000 • Write Together Publishing
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2006 • Cosimo, Inc.
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2011 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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1995 • Penguin Books
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1989 • Stewart, Tabori & Chang
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De la marche
2003 • Mille et une nuits
French
Pasear (Spanish Edition)
1999 • JOSE J. DE OLAÑETA
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Walking : Seven Elements in Nature Writing
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Walking
2019 • Independently Published
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Walking
2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Walking
2018 • Independently Published
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Walking Large Print
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Walking
2020 • Independently Published
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Walking
2019 • Independently Published
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Walking
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Walking
2019 • Independently Published
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Walking
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Walking
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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Walking
2012 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2016 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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2012 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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The reviews highlight the book's profound ability to inspire readers to embrace nature and the simple act of walking. Many found it a powerful reminder to spend more time outdoors, appreciate the surrounding beauty, and connect with the wild. Readers praised its beautiful prose, vivid imagery, and lyrical passages, which create a dreamlike atmosphere and make the short essay a compelling read. The book is lauded for its thought-provoking insights and timeless relevance, prompting introspection on modern life, societal expectations, and personal freedom. Its call for presence and reflection during walks resonated deeply with those seeking a form of meditation and a deeper connection with themselves and the natural world.
Despite its strengths, the book drew criticism for its perceived pretentious, elitist, and judgmental tone. Reviewers often found Thoreau's arguments to be overly radical, utopian, and at times, contradictory, particularly regarding the balance between wilderness and settled land. His critiques of working-class individuals and women, as well as an exaggerated pro-America stance, were frequently cited as off-putting and lacking empathy or common sense. Some also noted that the essay's structure could be inconsistent, with Thoreau's attention occasionally wandering off-topic, leading to a lack of coherent flow or practical substance beyond personal preferences.
Ultimately, the book elicits a mixed response, appreciated for its inspiring philosophy and literary style but challenged by its sometimes extreme and detached viewpoints. It is highly recommended for nature enthusiasts, avid walkers, or those who already share Thoreau's mindset and are seeking a catalyst for introspection and a deeper appreciation of the natural world. Readers looking for a gentle, balanced perspective or practical advice on walking might find its radical idealism less appealing. However, for those open to engaging with a passionate, albeit sometimes controversial, voice on freedom, wildness, and the human spirit, this short essay serves as a powerful, thought-provoking experience, often prompting readers to explore his other works.
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