Understanding Thoreau's "Civil Disobedience"
Henry David Thoreau's short work "Civil Disobedience" is one of American literature's most famous short works. Although it was first delivered as a lecture in 1848, it wasn't until the 20th century that it came to be valued for its ideas. This volume explains why the document was written, its impact at the time, and its relevance and significance in today's world. "Civil Disobedience" was a key text for, among others, Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. and the civil rights movement. Thoreau's thoughts on the importance of individuals, informed dissent, and nonviolent resistance resonate in today's world. Readers will come away with a deeper understanding of the concept of civil disobedience and a new appreciation for one of America's great writers.
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Series Review: Words that Changed the World"Scattered throughout the texts are a good number of well-captioned, color illustrations and photos. These books are valuable resources for teachers and students doing research projects across the curriculum."
--School Library Journal
Series Review: Words that Changed the World
"This very interesting, informative series will be of use to students studying the history of these writings or the times in which they were produced, or the philosophical underpinnings of the works. Each book contains a helpful introduction, a brief table of contents, a glossary, and "More Information."...Each book contains a link to the publisher's website where pertinent websites can be found...Each volume connects the work to current times, making discussion more relevant for students."
--Library Media Connection
