Emerson vintage Harvard Classics book philosophy maroon red Man the Reformer, Self-reliance, compensation, Politics, Nature, Beauty Worship

At the time of Emerson's death, he was recognized as the foremost writer and thinker of his country; but this recognition had come only gradually. The candor and the vigor of his thinking had led him often to champion unpopular causes, and during his earlier years of authorship his departures form Unitarian orthodoxy were viewed with hostility and alarm. The spirit and ideas which constitute the essence of his teaching are fully expressed in the essays contained in this volume.

Includes: American Scholar; An Address; Man the Reformer; Self-Reliance; Compensation; Friendship; Heroism; The Over-Soul; Circles; The Poet; Character; Manners; Gifts; Nature; Politics; New England Reformers; Worship; Beauty.

CONDITION: VG- discoloration to cover, features classic "hubbed" spine, accented with real 22kt gold. Printed on long lasting high-quality, acid-neutral paper (wont yellow with age). Thread sewn pages for strength and durability. Handsome readable typefaces. Bound in the USA.

About: Published by the Harvard Classics Library
1990