“Nothing astonishes men so much as common sense and plain dealing.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
The Collected Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson: Society and solitude
This compilation includes a selection of Ralph Waldo Emerson's influential writings, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the pursuit of personal growth amidst societal norms. 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
You May Also Like
“History is not to be whitewashed "by a screening out of the importance of suffering."”
Source: Pamphlets in philology and the humanities
“That love of self, which the world advocates, is a thousand times more dangerous than any poison.”