In this episode we unpack American Transcendentalist Philosopher and Abolitionist Henry David Thoreau's essay "Walking" from 1851.
The essay explores...
-Why English Literature is lacking the passion and wildness found in Mythology
-Why a person's ignorance is sometimes not only useful, but beautiful
-How to go on walks in the spirit of undying adventure
Link to Reading
"Walking" by Henry David Thoreau
**note** reading is not required to enjoy the episode!
Host: Zach Stehura UnpackingIdeas.com
Guest: Stephen Aldrich Backpackmap.com (a free online resource for planning your next backpacking adventure)
Theme Music: Polyenso listen here
