“What art can paint or gild any object in after life with the glow which nature gives to the first baubles of childhood? St. Peter's cannot have the magical power over us that the red and gold covers of our first picture-book possessed.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
The Collected Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson: Society and solitude
This compilation includes a selection of Ralph Waldo Emerson's influential writings, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the pursuit of personal growth amidst societal norms. 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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