Thoreau: A Sublime Life [Hardcover]

“To be a philosopher is not merely to have subtle thoughts, nor even to found a school, but so to love wisdom as to live according to its dictates, a life of simplicity, independence, magnanimity and trust.” This graphic novel biography relates the forward looking inspirational life of the great author, philosopher and pioneering ecologist. Henry David Thoreau was also the father of the concept, still fresh today (viz "Occupy Wall St."), of "civil disobedience" which he used against slavery and the encroachment of government.

"Beautifully captures the essence of its subject and the wild times in early America that formed his philosophy. Dan and Le Roy breathe life into this remarkable retelling." —Richard Pachter,Miami Herald

"Dan and Le Roy restore a luminous fire to one of America’s most stirring writers of conscience." —Publishers Weekly

"Perfectly captures the essence of one of our greatest thinkers. I have read more than my fair share of biographical works presented in comic book or graphic novel form over the years, but this slim volume is the most effective argument for the power of the medium in telling the story of a person's life." —William Kulesa, nj.com

"This lovely book breathes new life into Thoreau and returns to him his true depth, which has been overlooked in recent impressions. A worthy addition to any library that includes Thoreau’s works." —Eric Norton,Library Journal

"A necessary and valuable addition to the literature about Thoreau." —Foreword Reviews

"Recommended!. Complimentary but thoughtful take on the life of Henry David Thoreau." —Alexandra Quay,School Library Connection

"This graphic novel offers modern readers a view of what human rights activism and radical thought looked likelƒE