Henry D. Thoreau

Henry D. Thoreau was an American writer, philosopher, and naturalist from the 19th century. He is best known for his book *Walden*, which reflects on simple living and nature, and for his essay "Civil Disobedience," emphasizing the importance of individual conscience and nonviolent protest. Thoreau advocated for a close relationship with the natural world, personal independence, and social justice. His ideas influenced later movements for environmentalism, civil rights, and peaceful activism, making him a key figure in American transcendentalism and a symbol of thoughtful resistance to societal norms.