“Our fear of death is like our fear that summer will be short, but when we have had our swing of pleasure, our fill of fruit, and our swelter of heat, we say we have had our day.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
The Journals and Miscellaneous Notebooks of Ralph Waldo Emerson: 1854-1861
The book features Emerson's handwritten notes, journal entries, and other writings, offering insight into his thoughts and experiences during this period. more
Author
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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