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Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

“The secret of the illusoriness is in the necessity of a succession of moods or objects. Gladly we would anchor, but the anchorageis quicksand.”

Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Book:Self-reliance, and Other Essays

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Self-reliance, and Other Essays

This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the concepts of self-reliance, personal independence, and the importance of individual thought and action. The essays discuss various aspects of human nature, society, and the role of the individual within it. 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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Book:The Portable Emerson: New Edition

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Book:The Selected Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson

Source: The Selected Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Book:The Spiritual Emerson: Essential Works by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Source: The Spiritual Emerson: Essential Works by Ralph Waldo Emerson

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