maine

Presents a fully annotated version of Henry David Thoreau's three essays describing his experiences in the Maine woods amidst Native Americans and loggers. Draws on Thoreau's letters and journals to discuss the biographical, historical, and geographical aspects of these excursions into nature.

Presents the author's observations, based on three journeys to the woods of Maine, describing his encounters with loggers, Native Americans, and wild animals, as well as his reflections on the natural surroundings.

Author Meredith Hall reflects on her life, discussing how she was treated by her parents and community after becoming pregnant at the age of sixteen, the forced adoption of her son, her experiences wandering the Middle East, and her journey back to the United States where she fell in love, had two children, and was reunited with her firstborn.