Walden Why did Thoreau retreat to Walden Pond on July 4th, 1845? Any symbolism? Asked by lynn n #369145 on 4/28/2014 4:40 PM Last updated by jill d #170087 on 4/28/2014 4:56 PM
This date was symbolic because it was Thoreau's official declaration of independence from society and the finding of his true self.