I love a deep dive into geologic history, and love a deep dive into sociological history even more. Even though I'm not near Walden Pond, nor do I have plans to go there soon, this book helped me fall in love with the place Thoreau so beautifully described. Can't wait to go!

The Guide to Walden Pond was like a guide home for me. I grew up in Massachusetts and knew who Henry David Thoreau was even when I was very young. I enjoyed revisiting a familiar, loved place and think that Robert Thorson did an amazingly phenomenal job writing his book....

If you are a fan of Thoreau as I am, you have imagined Walden Pond and its beauty. This is a expansive view through the pages of Walden Pond and beautifully done. The photographs and descriptions place the reader through the eyes of the author's trip . I enjoyed seeing Walden Pond through the author's visit. A very enjoyable armchair travel book for all who wish to know more about Walden Pond.

Whether you've visited in the past or are planning a trip (even by Google maps), this guide will take you around Thoreau's beloved Walden Pond. The guide clearly sets out where Thoreau lived and walked and explains what has changed since his sojourn. I also liked how Thorson acknowledged the history of the place outside of its association with Thoreau, from the site's geological formation to 20th-century recreation.

Beautiful! This really is a beautiful book -- everything about it is wonderful. The photos are inspirational and the words uplifting and interesting. It is a fantastic expansion of Walden's Pond and learning more about this wonderful place. I enjoyed this book every much and encourage others to read it.