by Ralph Waldo Emerson (Author)
One of Emerson's Most Beloved Nature Essays
Transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson's 1841 essay Circles reflects the endless circles found in nature, and the fluidity of the universe. Discover a selection of Emerson's groundbreaking philosophy in this rumination on nature, love, god, art and more.
This short work is part of Applewood's American Roots series, tactile mementos of American passions by some of America's most famous writers.
Author Biography
Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) was an American essayist, philosopher, and poet who became the leading voice of transcendentalism. Born in Boston, he initially served as a Unitarian minister before leaving the pulpit to pursue writing and lecturing.
Emerson's groundbreaking essay "Nature" (1836) and his influential lectures established him as America's foremost intellectual. His philosophy emphasized self-reliance, individualism, and the inherent goodness of humanity and nature.
Number of Pages: 48
Dimensions: 0.2 x 6.7 x 4.3 IN
Publication Date: December 20, 2016
