“The right merchant is one who has the just average of faculties we call common sense; a man of a strong affinity for facts, who makes up his decision on what he has seen. He is thoroughly persuaded of the truths of arithmetic. There is always a reason, in the man, for his good or bad fortune in making money. Men talk as if there were some magic about this. He knows that all goes on the old road, pound for pound, cent for cent - for every effect a perfect cause - and that good luck is another name for tenacity of purpose.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
Representative men. English traits. Conduct of life
This volume brings together three of Ralph Waldo Emerson's major works. 'Representative Men' examines the lives and ideas of great historical figures as embodiments of universal human qualities. 'English Traits' offers Emerson's observations on the character, culture, and institutions of England based on his travels. 'Conduct of Life' presents a series of essays on practical wisdom, addressing topics such as fate, power, wealth, and culture, reflecting Emerson's mature philosophical thought on how to live a meaningful and ethical life. 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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