“For everything you have missed, you have gained something else, and for everything you gain, you lose something else.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
Ralph Waldo Emerson: Selected Essays, Lectures and Poems
Ralph Waldo Emerson: Selected Essays, Lectures and Poems is a compilation of works by the American philosopher, essayist, and poet. It includes a variety of his writings that explore themes of individualism, the importance of the self, and the connection between humans and nature. The collection offers a comprehensive view of Emerson's philosophical and literary contributions, highlighting his impact on American literature and thought. 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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