Birthdate: July 12, 1817
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Concord, Massachusetts, United States
Died: May 6, 1862
Henry David Thoreau, an influential American naturalist, essayist, poet, and philosopher, is renowned for his impact on environmentalism and civil disobedience. His works, including “Walden” and “Civil Disobedience,” promote simple living in harmony with nature and resistance against unjust governance. Thoreau’s literary legacy encompasses over 20 volumes, blending astute nature observations with profound philosophical insights. His ideas on survival, historical change, and abolitionism have influenced notable figures like Tolstoy, Gandhi, and Martin Luther King Jr. Thoreau’s enduring influence as a proto-anarchist is evident in contemporary political discussions.
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