Top Ralph Waldo Emerson Flashcards

Ralph Waldo Emerson was a 19th century American author, poet, and lecturer. He was a self-reliant individual who believed in propagating his thoughts to the masses via essays and lectures. He is well known for formulating the philosophy of Transcendentalism in his illustrious essay ‘Nature’. His writings were not only about the social and religious aspects of human life, but also, about the spiritual aspect of it. Some of his notable works include ‘Compensation’, ‘The Over-Soul’ and ‘The Poet’.

Would you like to explore the writing style of Emerson? Is the idea of non-conformity something you can relate to? Do you regard solitude to be an essential part of your life? These flashcards will provide you with all the information you need on Emerson’s philosophy of life.
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