Thoreau, Henry David (1817-1862)

Walden; or, Life in the Woods

Norwich, Conn. Easton Press. Leather hardcover.

The book is a landmark  book by American transcendentalist writer Henry David Thoreau. The text is a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings. The work is part personal declaration of independence, social experiment, voyage of spiritual discovery, satire, and—to some degree—a manual for self-reliance.

No Flaws or Blemishes; Gift Quality. Still Factory Shrink-wrapped from the 100 Greatest Books Series. One photo is of the actual “factory-sealed” book; the other a stock image showing the true beauty.. Item #15384

Fully and tightly bound in genuine leather; 22kt gold accents deeply inlaid on the "hubbed" spine; Heavy duty binding boards enhance the book’s durability; Superbly printed on acid-neutral paper that lasts for generations; Sewn pages, not just glued like ordinary books; Handsome moiré endpages and a satin-ribbon page marker; Gilded page ends.

Easton Press editions are printed on sturdy, acid-neutral paper specially milled for this edition that conforms to all guidelines established for permanence and durability by the Council of Library Resources and the American National Standards Institute.

Price: $85.00