5. Henry David Thoreau on The Art of Walking

from Unpacking Ideas · host Zach Stehura

In this episode we unpack American Transcendentalist Philosopher and Abolitionist Henry David Thoreau's essay "Walking" from 1851. The essay explores... -Why English Literature is lacking the passion and wildness found in Mythology -Why a person's ignorance is sometimes not only useful, but beautiful -How to go on walks in the spirit of undying adventure Link to Reading "Walking" by Henry David Thoreau **note** reading is not required to enjoy the episode! Host: Zach Stehura UnpackingIdeas.com Guest: Stephen Aldrich  Backpackmap.com (a free online resource for planning your next backpacking adventure) Theme Music: Polyenso listen here

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