“No matter how you seem to fatten on a crime, there can never be good for the bee which is bad for the hive.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
Emerson's Complete Works
Emerson's Complete Works is a seminal compilation that brings together the full range of Ralph Waldo Emerson's intellectual and creative output. It includes his seminal essays such as 'Self-Reliance' and 'Nature,' as well as his lectures and poetry, providing a rich tapestry of his thoughts on individualism, transcendentalism, and the nature of the human spirit. This collection is a cornerstone for understanding Emerson's impact on American literature and philosophy. 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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