“Nothing is arbitrary, nothing is insulated in beauty. It depends forever on the necessary and the useful. The plumage of the bird, the mimic plumage of the insect, has a reason for its rich colors in the constitution of the animal. Fitness is so inseparable an accompaniment of beauty, that it, has been taken for it.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
The Early Lectures of Ralph Waldo Emerson
This book compiles a selection of Ralph Waldo Emerson's early lectures and essays, showcasing his philosophical and literary development. Emerson's works often explore themes of individualism, self-reliance, and the importance of the individual's role in society. 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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