Henry David Thoreau1817–1862The quotations of
Henry David Thoreau
American essayist, poet, and philosopher
1817–1862
81 quotes, most often on Life & Death, Government and Money. Part of the Writers collection.
- Walden (1854), p. 364In context
We must walk consciously only part way toward our goal, and then leap in the dark to our success.
Respectfully Quoted: A Dictionary of Quotations (1989), Author unknown; attributed to Henry David Thoreau, but not found in his works.- Walden (1854)In context
There are a thousand hacking at the branches of evil to one who is striking at the root.
Walden (1854), p. 87In context- Walden (1854)In context
The price of anything is the amount of life you exchange for it.
Every generation laughs at the old fashions, but follows religiously the new.
Walden (1854)In context- Walden (1854)In context
I went out to the country so i could examine the simple things in life.
- February 3, 1860
- A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers (1849).
If we will be quiet and ready enough, we shall find compensation in every disappointment.
Often credited to Henry David Thoreau
Quotes often credited to Henry David Thoreau that were said or written by someone else.
