“Politics is a deleterious profession, like some poisonous handicrafts.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
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The Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson: Comprising His Essays, Lectures, Poems, and Orations
The Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson is a definitive compilation of the works of the American philosopher, essayist, lecturer, and poet. It encompasses his seminal essays, such as "Self-Reliance" and "Compensation," his lectures on a variety of subjects, his poetry, and his orations, which reflect his profound thoughts on individualism, nature, and the pursuit of truth. This collection provides a comprehensive view of Emerson's intellectual and literary contributions. 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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