1. Read "Solitude" section (pages 97-104) of Henry David Thoreau's Walden
2. Answer the following questions:
a. According to his comments in this chapter, was Thoreau lonely at the pond? Why or why not?
b. What does Thoreau mean by the following comments:
d. How do we see McCandless’ philosophy about society, nature, and life reflected in "Solitude"?
Homework:
1. Research Presentations
2. Answer the following questions:
a. According to his comments in this chapter, was Thoreau lonely at the pond? Why or why not?
b. What does Thoreau mean by the following comments:
- "I never found the companion that was so companionable as solitude" (p. 101).
- "I have a great deal of company in my house; especially in the morning, when nobody calls" (p. 102).
d. How do we see McCandless’ philosophy about society, nature, and life reflected in "Solitude"?
Homework:
1. Research Presentations
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