He saw the partridge drum in the woods; He heard the woodcock's evening hymn; He found the tawny thrushes' broods; And the shy hawk did wait for him; What others did at distance hear, And guessed within the thicket's gloom, Was shown to this philosopher, And at his bidding seemed to come.
Hoar illustrates Thoreau's profound connection with nature, suggesting that he could summon wildlife through his presence.
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