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“The affirmative class monopolize the homage of mankind. They originate and execute all the great feats. What a force was coiled upin the skull of Napoleon!”

Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Book:Representative men. English traits. Conduct of life

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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

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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:Representative Men: Seven Lectures

Source: Representative Men: Seven Lectures

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Book:Delphi Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson (Illustrated)

Source: Delphi Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson (Illustrated)

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Source: Society and Solitude and Other Essays

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Book:The Annotated Emerson

Source: The Annotated Emerson

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Book:Culture, Behavior, Beauty: Books, Art Eloquence. Power, Wealth, Illusions

Source: Culture, Behavior, Beauty: Books, Art Eloquence. Power, Wealth, Illusions

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Book:The Prose Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson

Source: The Prose Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Source: The Annotated Emerson

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Book:Essays and Lectures

Source: Essays and Lectures

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Book:The Prose Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson: Representative men. English traits. Conduct of life

Source: The Prose Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson: Representative men. English traits. Conduct of life

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