Henry David Thoreau: Surveyor of the Soul
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Documentary
“…this documentary capturing important aspects of Thoreau’s life and writings is highly recommended.” Video Librarian, May 2018 Made over the course of 13 years, Henry David Thoreau: Surveyor of the Soul tells the story of Thoreau in his time and the story of the impact Thoreau’s writings and lifestyle have in our time. Surveyor of the Soul has interviews and commentary by: Laura Dassow Walls (author, Henry David Thoreau: A Life), Bill McKibben, Howard Zinn, Richard Primack, Megan Marshall, Rep. John Lewis, Robert Bly, Wai Chee Dimock, Spencer Crew, Darren Ranco (Penobscot), Rochelle Johnson, and more. “If you are not yet a Thoreau enthusiast, this beautiful, engrossing documentary just might turn you into one. If you already are, it will remind you of the many reasons why.” Lucille Stott, Appalachia, Winter/Spring 2019
Director
Huey
Cast
Laura Dassow Walls
Self
Bill McKibben
Self
Howard Zinn
Self
Richard Primack
Self
Megan Marshall
Self
John Lewis
Self
Robert Bly
Self
Wai Chee Dimock
Self
Spencer Crew
Self
Darren Ranco
Self
Rochelle Johnson
Self
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