A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers

In the autumn of 1839, Henry David Thoreau and his brother John embark on an adventurous canoe trip from Concord, Massachusetts, to Concord, New Hampshire. As they navigate the Concord and Merrimack Rivers, Thoreau reflects on history, literature, philosophy, and the natural world, weaving together personal musings and observations. This journey not only captures their exploration of the rivers but serves as a heartfelt tribute to John, Thoreau's closest companion, whose memory permeates the narrative.