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Civil Disobedience: Book Guide, Author and Facts

Civil Disobedience by Henry David Thoreau — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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Written with the motto "that government is best that governs least", when men are ready for it, that will be the kind of government we will have. This book tries to tell us to think for ourselves. This is a Must Read for anyone anti-government. Please note: This book is in easy to read true text, not scanned images that can sometimes be difficult to decipher. This e-Book is printable.

Quick facts about Civil Disobedience

  • Title: Civil Disobedience
  • Author: Henry David Thoreau
  • First published: 1800
  • Genre: résistance au gouvernement, resistance to government, désobéissance civile
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL55631W

Where to read Civil Disobedience

Civil Disobedience by Henry David Thoreau is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Civil Disobedience about?

Written with the motto "that government is best that governs least", when men are ready for it, that will be the kind of government we will have.

Who wrote Civil Disobedience?

Civil Disobedience was written by Henry David Thoreau.

When was Civil Disobedience published?

Civil Disobedience was first published in 1800.

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