Ralph Waldo Emerson, an Essay

Morley's biographical study of the great American philosopher and poet Ralph Waldo Emerson was first published in 1891, and remains a valuable introduction to Emerson's life and work. Drawing on a range of sources, including Emerson's own writings and letters, Morley provides a nuanced and insightful portrait of this influential figure in American intellectual history.

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