Walden: 150th Anniversary Edition of the American Classic.WALDEN: 150th Anniversary Edition of the American Classic HENRY DAVID David, in the Bible David, d. c.970 B.C., king of ancient Israel (c.1010–970 B.C.), successor of Saul. The Book of First Samuel introduces him as the youngest of eight sons who is anointed king by Samuel to replace Saul, who had been deemed a failure. THOREAU When this book was first published 150 years ago, on Aug. 9, 1854, it took nearly 5 years for it to sell through its first printing. AS is the case for many great authors, Thoreau enjoyed his greatest success posthumously post·hu·mous adj. 1. Occurring or continuing after one's death: a posthumous award. 2. Published after the writer's death: a posthumous book. 3. . In fact, Walden, or, a Life in the Woods, as the book was originally known, has not been out of print since the author's death in 1862. Thoreau's experience living off the land around Walden Pond Walden Pond, Mass.: see Thoreau, Henry David. in Massachusetts Massachusetts (măsəch  `sĭts), most populous of the New England states of the NE United States. has global appeal. The book has been translated into every modern language. This volume incorporates nearly 100 photographs of the flora and fauna faunaAll the species of animals found in a particular region, period, or special environment. Five faunal realms, based on terrestrial animal species, are generally recognized: Holarctic, including Nearactic (North America) and Paleartic (Eurasia and northern Africa); in, on, and around Walden Pond as it exists today, as well as a few historical photos from the late 1800s and early 1900s. Biologist E.O. Wilson contributes an introduction discussing the continuing relevance of Thoreau's living alone in the wild for 2 years. The book's price reflects what Thoreau paid to build his cabin on Walden Pond 150 years ago. HM, 2004, 275 p., color photos, hardcover, $28.12. |
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