Henry David Thoreau's famous experiment of living by Walden Pond in 1845 is portrayed in a graphic masterpiece. This uses Thoreau's words to tell the story of his two-year stay, focusing on his profound ideas. Porcellino's simple pictures bring the philosopher's sojourn to cinematic life, providing a vivid new interpretation for readers who know Walden intimately. For those who have never read or completed the original, it presents a contemporary look at a few brave words to live by.