“Isolation must precede true society.”
Book:Ralph Waldo Emerson
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson's works explore themes of individualism, self-reliance, and the importance of intuition and nature in human life. His influential essays include 'Self-Reliance' and 'Nature,' which have had a lasting impact on American literature and philosophy. 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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