“The civilized man is a larger mind but a more imperfect nature than the savage.”
Quote by Margaret Fuller
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The Essential Margaret Fuller
This volume includes a selection of Margaret Fuller's most significant essays, reviews, and letters, showcasing her intellectual contributions to the fields of literature, philosophy, and women's rights. The collection provides insight into her complex character and her role in the intellectual and cultural life of her time. more
Author
Margaret Fuller
Margaret Fuller, born on May 23, 1810, was an influential American journalist and feminist. She made significant contributions to literature, philosophy, and social reform, and is considered a key figure of the American Renaissance. more
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