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Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

“As much wisdom may be expended on a private economy as on an empire, and as much wisdom may be drawn from it.”

Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Book:Essays (Annotated Edition)

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Essays (Annotated Edition)

This annotated edition of essays includes a selection of works that have been accompanied by scholarly notes and commentary, enhancing the reader's understanding of the content and the historical context in which the essays were written. more

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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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