Walden which is written by Herry Thoreau describes the writer’s own experience over two years he had in a remote woods by the Walden pond, where almost all the necessities of life were made by himself, for instance, he built a cabin where he lived, grew crop and picked fruits, even cut wood for heating in winter. He immersed himself in it.While observing the surroundings around him, he dipped the spirit of life and society through his personal introspection, from which he conveyed his thoughts that human beings should focus their efforts on personal growth.

It’s beautifully written and thought-provoking. When you read it, it seems you are personally involved. Everything is tangible from the colourful flowers, birds singings to even the light breeze. In the distance the mirror-like surface of water reflects the whole picture. It makes you realise how beautiful nature it is and inspires you to think about the meaning of your life.

It’s a book that has changed my way of life. I do not pay so much focus on material things as I did before; Instead, it freed me from a materialistic life. Further, I follow the gut, keeping chasing my dream.?If you are a person who wants a simple life, wants to progress, and has the need for spiritual awakening, this is the?book for you.