JUDUL EBOOK : LIFE PHENOMENON IN THE CONTEXT OF WALDEN: BOOK REVIEW BY HENRY DAVID THOREAU

PENULIS : Prof. Dr. Ceisy Nita Wuntu, M.Hum | Prof. Dr. Olga Rorintulus, M.A., M.Hum | Muhammad Ilham Ali, S.S., M.Pd | Juniva J. Mangundap, S.Pd | Elsinta C. Lumi, S.Pd | Agusmaliani, S.Pd | Firjinia Putri Utami, S.Pd

HALAMAN: vii, 89

UKURAN : 15,5 X 23 CM

SINOPSIS :

This book provides a profound exploration of Henry David Thoreau's thoughts on nature and their relevance to various aspects of human life, including the environment, economics, war, industrialization, and self-discipline. Thoreau's philosophy emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with nature and critiques the exploitation of natural resources, urging for environmental preservation. His advocacy for simplicity and self-sufficiency stands as a critique of materialism and consumerism.

In economics, Thoreau encourages a life focused on basic needs rather than the pursuit of wealth, challenging economic systems that prioritize profit over human and environmental well-being. His anti-war stance promotes peace and condemns violence, offering an alternative to the culture of militarism. He is equally critical of the industrial era’s rapid growth, which he saw as harmful to nature and human connections, highlighting the dangers of industrialization and its contribution to consumerist culture.

Thoreau’s disciplined approach to life and his reflections on simplicity and purpose invite readers to focus on what truly matters. This book presents his ideas as timeless and relevant, inspiring readers to reconsider their relationship with nature and society while searching for more meaningful and sustainable ways of living.