Release date is 2018-06-25

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"Journal 01, 1837-1846" by Henry David Thoreau is a collection of personal writings, reflecting the author's thoughts and observations during the early 19th century. It serves as a window into Thoreau's philosophical reflections, natural observations, and contemplations on solitude and society. This volume is particularly notable as it marks the first practically complete presentation of Thoreau's journal, capturing his daily experiences and insights as he navigates through life as a thinker, writer, and naturalist. At the start of the journal, Thoreau begins recording his thoughts on solitude, indicating a desire to escape the present and reflect deeply on his experiences. He muses on the nature of growth and decay, using the metaphor of trees and their leaves to illustrate how life's passing can create space for new beginnings. He expresses a romantic view of nature, noting the beauty of a dawning day and the significance of the natural world in his writing. Through his vivid descriptions and philosophical inquiries, Thoreau invites readers to contemplate their own relationship with nature and the broader existential questions of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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