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In this exploration of Thoreau's writing, we analyze the parable of the "Hindoo Prince" and its connection to Olson's concept of direct experience. We examine how the themes of water and solid ground in Thoreau's text reflect on the nature of reality. Specifically, we will list references to water and solid ground, evaluating whether these details convey a positive or negative outlook. Through direct textual evidence, we will demonstrate how these elements contribute to our understanding of reality as described by Thoreau.
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Humanities Thoreau: Part 2 Read from the bottom of pg. 76 to the bottom of pg. 77. When you’ve finished, describe how the parable of the “Hindoo Prince” is similar to Olson’s idea of the experience of the thing itself
Vocab • Perturbation • Ulysses • Alluvion • Point d’appui • Nilometer
Come up with an argument • In no less than five sentences, describe how the following ideas are connected in the 1st paragraph on page 78: • Water • Make a list of all of the references to water (including “mud and slush”) • Are these details positive or negative? • Solid ground • Make a list of all of the references to solid ground • Are these details positive or negative? • Reality • Tell how each of the above is connected to the idea of reality • In order to get credit you must back up your above description with evidence from the text (direct quotes)
Question Sheet • Answer the remaining questions found on your handout
