Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Genius and Character of Emerson: Lectures at the Concord School of Philosophy"" is a collection of lectures delivered by Frank B. Sanborn at the Concord School of Philosophy in the late 19th century. The lectures focus on the life, works, and philosophy of Ralph Waldo Emerson, one of the most influential American thinkers of the 19th century. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of Emerson's ideas and their impact on American literature and culture. It explores his views on nature, self-reliance, individualism, and spirituality, and discusses his influence on other writers, such as Henry David Thoreau and Walt Whitman. The book also delves into Emerson's personal life, examining his relationships with his family, friends, and contemporaries. Overall, ""The Genius and Character of Emerson"" offers a fascinating insight into the mind of one of America's greatest thinkers and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in American literature and philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
