“As the traveler who has lost his way, throws his reins on his horse's neck, and trusts to the instinct of the animal to find his road, so must we do with the divine animal who carries us through this world”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
A Dream Too Wild: Emerson Meditations for Every Day of the Year
This collection presents a year-long journey through the transcendentalist philosophy of Ralph Waldo Emerson, with a meditation for every calendar day. Each entry is drawn from Emerson's published works, including his essays, lectures, and poems, and is designed to inspire personal reflection and connection with nature, self-reliance, and the spiritual insights central to his thought. The book organizes Emerson's timeless wisdom into daily readings, making his ideas accessible for contemporary readers seeking daily inspiration or a structured encounter with his 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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