“Sleep takes off the costume of circumstance, arms us with terrible freedom, so that every will rushes to deed. A skillful man reads his dreams for his self-knowledge; yet not the details, but the quality. What part does he play in them - a cheerful, manly part, or a poor, drivelling part? However monstrous and grotesque their apparitions, they have a substantial truth.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
The Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson: With a Biographical Introduction and Notes
The Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson is a comprehensive compilation of the writings of Ralph Waldo Emerson, an influential figure in American literature and philosophy. The book includes his essays, lectures, and poetry, accompanied by a biographical introduction that offers insight into his life and work. Additionally, the volume includes explanatory notes to aid readers in comprehending the historical and cultural context of Emerson's texts. 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