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Concord Days (1873)

Concord Days (1873)

Alcott, A. Bronson

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Biographies GeneralFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 1163903140
ISBN13: 9781163903148
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 286
Weight: 0.85
Height: 0.60 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Concord Days is a collection of essays written by A. Bronson Alcott, an American educator, philosopher, and writer, and the father of the famous author Louisa May Alcott. The book was first published in 1873 and is a reflection of Alcott's time spent in the town of Concord, Massachusetts.The essays in this book cover a wide range of topics, from nature and the environment to education and philosophy. Alcott writes about his experiences living in Concord, including his interactions with other notable figures such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Nathaniel Hawthorne. He also reflects on the history of the town and its significance in American literature and culture.Throughout the book, Alcott emphasizes the importance of individualism and self-reliance, as well as the need for a deeper connection with nature. He also advocates for a more holistic approach to education, one that focuses on the development of the whole person rather than just academic achievement.Overall, Concord Days provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America's most influential thinkers and writers. Alcott's insights into nature, education, and philosophy are still relevant today, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in American literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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