Of Friendship: An Essay from a Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers (1901)

Of Friendship: An Essay From A Week On The Concord And Merrimack Rivers is a literary work by Henry David Thoreau, first published in 1901. The essay explores the theme of friendship and its various aspects, drawing on Thoreau's personal experiences and observations.The essay is part of a larger work titled A Week On The Concord And Merrimack Rivers, which recounts Thoreau's journey with his brother along the two rivers in the northeastern United States. Of Friendship is a standalone essay that can be read independently of the larger work.In the essay, Thoreau reflects on the nature of friendship, discussing its different forms, the qualities that make for a good friend, and the importance of cultivating meaningful relationships. He draws on examples from literature and history, as well as his own experiences with friends and acquaintances.Thoreau's writing is characterized by his philosophical and introspective style, and Of Friendship is no exception. The essay is a thoughtful exploration of a timeless and universal theme, and it remains a relevant and insightful work to this day.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.