Henry David Thoreau

A Plea for Captain John Brown

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Produktbeschreibung

Henry David Thoreau's powerful "A Plea for Captain John Brown" stands as a timeless defense of a controversial figure in American history. Delivered in the wake of John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry, this passionate speech articulates a fervent argument against slavery and a compelling justification for Brown's actions. Thoreau, a staunch abolitionist, challenges the prevailing opinions of his time, offering a profound meditation on justice, morality, and the individual's responsibility to confront injustice. This historical text offers a crucial perspective on the events leading up to the Civil War. Explore the complexities of abolitionism and the tumultuous era surrounding John Brown's trial through Thoreau's eloquent and thought-provoking words. This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the integrity of the original text, allowing readers to engage directly with a pivotal moment in the fight for civil rights and a crucial piece of American political thought. A vital document for understanding the roots of the Civil War and the enduring struggle for racial equality. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 20
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 1mm
• Gewicht: 45g
• ISBN-13: 9781023075060
• ISBN-10: 1023075067
• Artikelnr.: 73928700

Autorenporträt

Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862) was an American philosopher, naturalist, and writer, best known for his book Walden, a reflection on simple living in natural surroundings, and his essay "Civil Disobedience," which argues for individual resistance to civil government in moral opposition to an unjust state. Born in Concord, Massachusetts, Thoreau studied at Harvard University, where he developed interests in literature, philosophy, and the natural world. Upon his return to Concord, he became associated with the Transcendentalist movement, engaging with influential figures like Ralph Waldo Emerson, who became his mentor and lifelong friend. Emerson's ideas on individualism and nature deeply influenced Thoreau's work.Thoreau's experiment in simple living began in 1845 when he built a small cabin on Emerson's land by Walden Pond. For two years, he lived there, observing nature, cultivating self-sufficiency, and reflecting on the human condition, experiences he later chronicled in Walden. This work, published in 1854, explores themes of self-reliance, spirituality, and the philosophy of natural living, becoming a seminal text in both environmental literature and American thought. Thoreau's advocacy for living with purpose, minimalism, and a connection to nature has left a lasting influence on generations of readers.In his later years, Thoreau continued to write on a wide range of topics, including history, philosophy, and abolitionism. His commitment to social justice was further demonstrated in "Civil Disobedience," written after his brief imprisonment for refusing to pay taxes in protest against slavery and the Mexican-American War. This essay inspired future activists worldwide, including Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr., in their struggles for civil rights. Although Thoreau died relatively young from tuberculosis, his works continue to inspire discussions on individualism, ecological consciousness, and the pursuit of a meaningful life.