Author Talk: Thoreau’s Indian Stride
Join us for a talk by local historian Brent Ranalli who will discuss Henry David Thoreau's fascination with all things Native American, and the odd fact that at least three contemporaries said the Concord philosopher walked like an Indian. The talk will present the results of research into the actual biomechanics of traditional Native American and Euro-American walking styles and their cultural significance, as well as a reconstruction of Thoreau's own gait based on literary sources. Sponsored by The Friends of the Concord Free Public Library. Open to all.
