Henry David Thoreau's Chapter Analysis

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I think Henry David Thoreau’s whole first chapter relates to today society in some way, shape, or form. The topic I think Thoreau talks about that is undoubtedly relatable to today’s society is when he was talking about fashion. In mostly chapter 1b he talks about how men and women treasure the trends and patterns in clothing more than the other important things. He stated, “The childish and savage taste of men and women for new patterns keeps how many shaking and squinting through kaleidoscopes.” Thoreau continues with, “The manufacturers have learned that this taste is merely whimsical.” I think in these two quotes Thoreau was trying to say men and women value keeping up with the latest fashion trends than just keeping and wearing what they
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