... displays characteristics of Thoreau and of society. These characteristics consist of Thoreau's love for nature, his lack of desire for material goods, and his resent for the advancement of technology. These traits and beliefs can be found in scenes such as when Ellen and Henry are on the boat, ... 34). In this scene we see Henry's outstanding ability to teach, his patience, and his love for nature. A few traits of Henry David Thoreau are demonstrated in the scene in which Emerson hires Henry. This scene starts off in Waldo's office with Thoreau being interviewed by Waldo. Waldo asks ......

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"The world is full of judgment-days, and into every assembly that a man enters, in every action he attempts, he is gauged and stamped." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson The Proverbial Mirror Since the dawn of time humans have judged and condemned others. People have continually judged race, social order, and religion. Realistically, who is to say what religious ... can be due to a lack of security in ourselves. However, that is not to say that self-assurance and security will relieve the temptation to judge. No, judgment is human nature. But then aren't guilt, revenge, shame, and resentment? As Mother...

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