Henry David Thoreau – If a man does not keep pace Share this quote: If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away. – Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862) Is this quotation insightful, though-provoking, useful? Click on a star to rate it! Submit Rating Average rating 0 / 5. Vote count: 0