Walden Ch. 13 House-warming

Walden Ch. 13 House-warming

1. Winter

   • Winter is quickly approaching & Thoreau is preparing for it
     • Thoreau's necessities are changing with the season
   • Thoreau is competing with other house owners around for food
   • Thoreau won't be able to experience nature as much

2. Spiritual Endurance

   • With Winter arriving, Thoreau will be inside more than out in nature
   • Thoreau speaks quite a bit of wood, & of keeping warm
     • Symbolizes his spiritual endurance
   • He will have to rely on himself to spiritually endure

3. Rebirth

   • Winter will most likely be a form of spiritual rebirth for Thoreau
   • Thoreau has experienced many forms of rebirth