Woodsburner

John Pipkin's debut novel explores an intriguing moment in the life of Henry David Thoreau, focusing on a significant but lesser-known event that occurred before his famous retreat to Walden Pond. The story examines a large-scale fire caused by Thoreau, which impacted hundreds of acres of land. Through fictionalization, the book offers a fresh perspective on this historical incident, inviting readers to reconsider the naturalist's legacy.