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“A man must consider what a rich realm he abdicates when he becomes a conformist.”

Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Book:Early Lectures: 1838-1842

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Early Lectures: 1838-1842

This book compiles a series of lectures spanning the years 1838 to 1842, offering insights into the speaker's thoughts and teachings during that period. 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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