Henry David Thoreau (July 12, 1817 - May 6, 1862) on Learning and Eccentric Thought(published by RevoltSource) |
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American Naturalist, Essayist, Poet, Philosopher, Leading Transcendentalist, best Known for his Book Walden, a Reflection upon Simple Living in Natural Surroundings, and his Essay "Civil Disobedience"
Quote #59 on Education Struggle Quotes >> Learning and Eccentric Thought
“Sure enough, a hero in the midst of us cowards is always so dreaded. He is just that thing. He shows himself superior to nature. He has a spark of divinity in him.”
Source: "A Plea for Capt. John Brown," by Henry David Thoreau, 1860.
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