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Thoreau's sexuality.

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  • 1State University College, Geneseo, New York.

Journal of Homosexuality
|January 1, 1991
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Henry David Thoreau

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Area of Science:

  • Literary criticism and biography
  • American Transcendentalism

Background:

  • Conventional views of Henry David Thoreau's sexuality often portray him as asexual or hesitantly heterosexual.
  • This perspective overlooks significant homoerotic themes within his life and works.

Discussion:

  • A re-examination of Thoreau's personal writings and biography reveals a pronounced undercurrent of homoeroticism.
  • While direct homosexual activity lacks evidence, the presence of homoerotic feelings is strongly suggested.

Key Insights:

  • Understanding Thoreau's homoeroticism offers new interpretations of his personal life and literary output.
  • This perspective may explain his profound connection to nature as a sublimation of these desires.

Outlook:

  • Further literary analysis can explore the nuances of homoeroticism in Thoreau's poetry and prose.
  • This interpretation enriches the understanding of American literary figures and the complexities of their personal lives.