Discuss Henry David Thoreau's

Walden

with AI-powered Original Commentary by

John Kaag

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Walden AI eBook

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Live deliberately by living in accord with nature, aligning actions with personal values.

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Walden

Rebound by John Kaag
Walden, explored by John Kaag, represents Rebind's mission: to make a classic book more accessible by combining original and contemporary versions, videos, and commentary from the best guide, all into one engaging experience.

At 14 years old, Kaag was handed a copy of Walden by his Latin teacher and taken on a transformative trip to Henry David Thoreau's cherished pond. Inspired, he made a vow to his teacher and to himself: to become a philosopher, live near Walden Pond, and teach Thoreau's principles.

He fulfilled that promise. Today, Kaag is a renowned philosopher who resides near the iconic pond and passionately teaches Thoreau's wisdom to his students—and now, to you.

Immerse yourself in Walden, "learn to live deliberately," and gain the courage to turn your personal dreams into a new life with Kaag as your guide.

SNEAK PEEK

Here are some questions Kaag will explore with you as you read Walden:
  • Thoreau famously said of his project at Walden: "I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately." What do you think he meant by this, especially in the context of this section's criticisms of modern institutions like the news and the railroad?
  • This chapter contains Thoreau's somewhat contradictory reflections on his own aloneness. What is your reaction to this? Do you feel he is really "alone"? What does it mean to you to be alone?


This great book changed Kaag's life, and he's here to share that experience as you read with him.

“The courage to turn personal dreams into a new life? That's the essence of Thoreau's Walden, the most inspiring book I've ever read, and what poet Robert Frost called America's greatest classic.”

- John Kaag

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