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Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

“Vigor is contagious, and whatever makes us either think or feel strongly adds to our power and enlarges our field of action.”

Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Book:The Prose Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson

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The Prose Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson

This volume includes a selection of Ralph Waldo Emerson's most influential writings, showcasing his philosophical and literary contributions to American transcendentalism. The collection features essays on self-reliance, nature, and the importance of individualism, offering readers insight into Emerson's thoughts on the human condition and the role of the individual in society. 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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