Thoreau's Final Years and Health Decline
Poet involved
What happened
In 1860, Thoreau's health began to decline due to tuberculosis, which would ultimately lead to his death in 1862. During these final years in Concord, Massachusetts, he continued to write and reflect on his life and philosophy, producing some of his last essays and journal entries.
Literary impact
Thoreau's declining health prompted him to contemplate mortality and the meaning of life more deeply, themes that are evident in his later writings. His reflections during this period contributed to the enduring legacy of his work, as he grappled with the complexities of existence.
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