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Thoreau Spends One Night In Jail (1846)

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This chapter delves into Henry David Thoreau's 1846 incarceration for refusing to pay the poll tax, reflecting his commitment to civil disobedience. The discussion examines the influence of his time at Walden Pond on his environmental and abolitionist philosophies, revealing the intricate nuances of his legacy.

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