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Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

“We do not yet possess ourselves, and we know at the same time that we are much more.”

Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Book:Self-Reliance and Other Essays

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Self-Reliance and Other Essays

This compilation includes influential essays such as 'Self-Reliance' and 'Nature', which delve into the virtues of self-reliance, the importance of solitude, and the pursuit of a life of authenticity. 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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