“Power and speed be hands and feet.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
Essays and English Traits by Ralph Waldo Emerson: The Five Foot Shelf of Classics, Vol. V (in 51 Volumes)
Essays and English Traits is a compilation of Ralph Waldo Emerson's writings that delve into the essence of English culture and the traits defining its people. This volume is part of the Five Foot Shelf of Classics series, a collection of 51 volumes curated to provide a comprehensive survey of Western literature. 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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