On the Duty of Civil Disobedience

Focusing on the relationship between citizens and government, Thoreau's work explores the moral obligation to resist unjust laws. He emphasizes that a government loses its legitimacy when it becomes corrupted, urging individuals to prioritize their conscience over compliance. Through his reflections on democracy and civil rights, Thoreau advocates for active resistance against societal injustices, highlighting the importance of individual agency in fostering true representation.