Unpacking Ideas

5. Henry David Thoreau on The Art of Walking


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In this episode we discuss Henry David Thoreau's 1851 essay "Walking."

The essay explores

-How to go on walks in the spirit of undying adventure

-Why English Literature is lacking the passion and wildness found in Mythology

-Why a person's ignorance is sometimes not only useful, but beautiful

Host: Zach Stehura zachstehura.com

Guest: Stephen Aldrich  Backpackmap.com (a free online resource for planning your next backpacking adventure)

Theme Music: Polyenso listen here

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Unpacking IdeasBy Zach Stehura

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