Walden by Henry David Thoreau
This work is a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings, inspired by the author's two-year experience of living in a cabin near a woodland pond. Filled with philosophical insights, observations on nature, and declarations of independence from societal expectations, the book is a critique of the complexities of modern civilization and a call to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of the natural world. It explores themes such as self-reliance, solitude, and the individual's relationship with nature.
The 70th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 2516
Since this book was first published in 1854, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 2516.0.
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