Henry David Thoreau: What Manner of Man? by Edward WagenknechtISBN: 9780870231360
Publication Date: 1981-01-01
This book presents an insightful, multifaceted portrait of Thoreau, both as man and writer, that discusses such topics as Thoreau's physical appearance, temperament and tastes; his relationships with others; his ideas about the state, war and pacifism; his interest in sports, nature, science and technology; his attitudes toward Native Americans, blacks and other ethnic minorities; and his views on sex, morality, religion and death. The major controversies in Thoreau scholarship, such as his alleged misanthropy, are explored.