“It is a fact often observed, that men have written good verses under the inspiration of passion, who cannot write well under other circumstances.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
Early Lectures: 1838-1842
This book compiles a series of lectures spanning the years 1838 to 1842, offering insights into the speaker's thoughts and teachings during that period. 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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