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The life and work of Henry David Thoreau still inspire and resonate with people today.

Henry David Thoreau helped define modern environmentalism and nonviolent resistance. The author of Walden and Civil Disobedience, his words resonate urgently today as humanity struggles to live in harmony with nature—and each other. Premieres March 27.

03/30/2026

FromKen Burns

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