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Essential Thoreau CD

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Essential Thoreau: Excerpts from the Journal of Henry David Thoreau is an audio presentation of selected passages from the journal of great American philosopher, author, and nature lover Henry David Thoreau, which he started writing at the insistence of his colleague Ralph Waldo Emerson. Thoreau kept the journal during the course of his literary career, from 1837 to 1862; the entries chosen to be read aloud range from "Young Women at Parties" to "Sunlight after Storm". Far from a standard diary or autobiography, Essential Thoreau gives a glimpse into the mind of a great writer, and is a worthy contribution to public library audiobook shelves. 1 CD, 1 hour.

If you are a big Thoreau fan like I am, you will greatly enjoy this audio CD. Excerpts from his journal are brought to life on CD. The narrator does an excellent, excellent job. This is a great CD to listen to from start to finish.

Most people have heard of Henry David Thoreau, but do not realize that he is one of the top authors in American history. This audio focuses on the detailed journal Thoreau kept from 1837 to 1862. His diary entries range from eclectic short stories to his continual attempts to improve his writing style. During this time Thoreau moved to Walden Pond and built his cabin on land owned by Ralph Waldo Emerson. He eventually wrote his well-known essay "Civil Disobedience." [...]