Of Walks and Walking Tours: An Attempt to find a Philosophy and a Creed

"Of Walks and Walking Tours: An Attempt to find a Philosophy and a Creed" by Arnold Haultain is a thoughtful look at walking, written in the early 1900s, that tries to find deeper meaning in a simple activity. The essay looks closely at how walking connects us to nature and ourselves. The author talks about how walking used to be a common pastime before golf became popular, stressing how enjoyable it is to take a walk without a destination. To the author, a good walk should be free from stress and open to learning from nature. Haultain mentions famous people from the past who enjoyed walking, implying that it can lead to spiritual growth. The author shares stories from walks in different places, like England and India, to show how nature and the human mind work together, hinting at the important insights that walking can bring.