“For all men live by truth, and stand in need of expression. In love, in art, in avarice, in politics, in labor, in games, we study to utter our painful secret. The man is only half himself, the other half is his expression.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
The Essays of Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Essays of Ralph Waldo Emerson is a seminal work in American literature, featuring a series of essays that explore themes of individualism, self-reliance, and the importance of nature. Emerson's essays are known for their lyrical prose and profound influence on the transcendentalist movement. 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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