"Walden" (Henry David Thoreau)

"Walden" by Henry David Thoreau is a philosophical memoir recounting his experiment in simple, independent living. Thoreau spent two years living in a small cabin near Walden Pond in Massachusetts to explore nature, self-reliance, and personal reflection. The book emphasizes the importance of living intentionally, valuing nature, and questioning materialism and societal expectations. It encourages readers to find fulfillment through a closer connection to the natural world and to consider what is truly necessary for a meaningful life. "Walden" remains a cornerstone of transcendentalist thought and environmental consciousness.