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Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

“Imagination is a very high sort of seeing.”

Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Book:The Portable Emerson: New Edition

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The Portable Emerson: New Edition

This volume includes a selection of Ralph Waldo Emerson's most influential works, offering readers insight into his philosophical and literary contributions. The essays and lectures cover a range of topics, including self-reliance, nature, and the importance of individuality. more

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Ralph Waldo Emerson

American essayist, poet, and philosopher. Born on May 25, 1803, and died on April 27, 1882. Known for his transcendentalist philosophy, his works have had a profound impact on literature and the intellectual world. more

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