# John Farmer — Walden character guide

> John Farmer in Walden by Henry David Thoreau.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0010-higher-laws

## Who they are

A farmer who sits at his door and hears a flute, symbolizing a contemplative life.

## Relationships

### [Mr. Poet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/walden_se/characters/mr_poet)

_social_

John Farmer and Mr. Poet are both part of Thoreau's social circle but share no notable relationship.

### [Cato Ingraham](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/walden_se/characters/cato_ingraham)

_social_

Cato Ingraham and John Farmer are both historical figures from the Walden area, linked only by Thoreau's narrative.

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