"Walden" (book)

"Walden" is a philosophical memoir by Henry David Thoreau, recounting his experiment of living simply and deliberately in a small cabin near Walden Pond in Massachusetts. Over two years, he sought to understand life’s essentials, emphasizing self-sufficiency, nature, and personal reflection. The book explores themes of individualism, simplicity, and harmony with nature, encouraging readers to question materialism and consider what truly contributes to fulfillment. Thoreau’s insights remain influential, advocating for mindful living and environmental awareness as pathways to a meaningful existence.