4’ - Walking

Henry David Thoreau's essay "Walking" extols the virtues of untamed nature and the act of walking as a means to reconnect with it. Thoreau contrasts civilization and its artificiality with the freedom and wildness found in nature, advocating for a life lived in harmony with the natural world. He argues that true walking is not merely exercise, but an adventurous journey of exploration and discovery. Through his evocative descriptions, Thoreau suggests that immersing oneself in the wilderness offers a unique kind of spiritual and intellectual nourishment, revitalizing both the body and the mind.